Marinated Cheese Appetizer

This recipe was given to me by a friend. I have made it several times, and it doesn't last long! It does take a while to prepare, but it is worth it. Great presentation and delicious flavors.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 8  ounces sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 3⁄4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1  dash salt (to taste)
• 1  dash black pepper (to taste)
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh parsley
• 3  tablespoons  minced green onions
• 3  garlic cloves, pressed

Directions

1. Cut cheddar cheese and cream cheese into 1/4 inch slices, then again in half.
2. Using a small dish, place cheese slices on end alternating cheddar and cream cheese.
3. Make the marinade by combining sugar, basil, salt, pepper, oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, onion and garlic.
4. Pour marinade over cheese, cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. Serve with crackers.