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Marinated Cheese Chunks

A great gift for someone who loves cheese and has everything!
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb provolone cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups extra virgin olive oil (high quality)
  • 1/2 tsp dry thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp dry oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp dry parsley
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried bell pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Combine oil and spices in a bowl. Place cheese cubes in a one-quart glass jar that has been sterilized (dishwasher is fine).
  • Pour oil and spices over cheese cubes. Cover jar tightly and shake to blend.
  • To marinate, allow to sit AT ROOM TEMPERATURE for 5 days, shaking jar daily. After marinating, may be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Oil may get cloudy in the refrigerator, but it is perfectly fine. Allow to warm up slightly before eating. Yields: 1 pound cheese chunks. Enjoy!
  • For variations, change the type and amount of herbs. Try dill, tarragon, smoked paprika, and more. Always make sure to use new jars of dried herbs for this recipe, old ones lose their flavor very quickly and the cheese won't taste as good.