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Marinated Cheese
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These elegant Marinated Cheese cubes transform ordinary Monterey Jack or provolone into a sophisticated appetizer by infusing them with lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs and spices. The versatile preparation creates three separate serving options—a stylish nibble with drinks, a protein-rich salad addition, or a unique cheese and fruit dessert course. Make ahead for entertaining ease and enjoy the way the flavors develop and intensify during marination—a thoughtful, multi-purpose addition to your culinary repertoire.
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Ingredients
1 lb Monterey Jack or provolone cheese, cut in 3/4 inch cubes.
1/2 C extra-virgin olive oil
1-1/2 t. finely shredded lemon peel
1/2 C lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1-1/2 t dried whole mixed peppercorns, cracked or 1/2 t ground black pepper
1 t fennel, cumin, or mustard seeds, crushed

Directions
Place cheese cubes in a resealable plastic bag or in a jar.
In a screw-top jar combine oil, lemon peel and lemon juice, garlic, peppercorns, and crushed seeds.
Cover and shake well.
Pour mixture over cheese.
Seal bag or cover jar.
Turn to coat.
Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 days, turning occasionally.
To serve: Let cheese stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving. Transfer cheese with marinate to a serving bowl.
Servings\Yield
Makes 12-16 servings.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (based on 12 servings) - Calories: 210; Total Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 7g); Cholesterol: 30mg; Sodium: 320mg; Total Carbohydrates: 1g (Dietary Fiber: 0g, Sugars: 0g); Protein: 10g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says... Makes: 3 evening's worth of treats: Serve one-third as a nibble for a few nerdy friends; toss a third of the cubes with a salad; and finally, serve the remainder with fresh fruit for a healthful dessert.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Carol Jancsi 🔑 Keywords: appetizers
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Marinated Cheese was added on August 10, 2008 and last updated on October 08, 2025.
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