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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 32 |
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This special appetizer always makes it to our neighborhood parties and is the first to disappear at the buffet table. It's attractive, delicious Ingredients:
2 blocks (8 ounces each) white cheddar cheese |
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
3/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers |
1/2 cup olive oil |
1/4 cup white wine vinegar |
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar |
3 tablespoons chopped green onions |
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil |
1 tablespoon sugar |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
toasted sliced french bread or assorted crackers |
Directions:
1. Slice each block of cheddar cheese into twenty 1/4-in. slices. Cut each block of cream cheese into 18 slices; sandwich between cheddar slices, using a knife to spread evenly. Create four 6-in.-long blocks of cheese; place in a 13x9-in. dish.
2. In a small bowl, combine the roasted peppers, oil, vinegars, onions, herbs, sugar, garlic, salt and pepper; pour over cheese.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning once. Drain excess marinade. Serve cheese with bread or crackers. Yield: about 2 pounds.
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