Norwegian Marinated Edam Cheese (Marinert Edamerost)

Posted for ZWT 6.From sons of Norway. Serve with crackers or dark bread. The original recipe calls for red paprika.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 11  ounces edam cheese
• 1  red pepper, cut in strips
• 1 1⁄4 cups olive oil
• 7⁄8 cup white vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  red pepper, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon oregano
• 1  tablespoon thyme
• 1  tablespoon green peppercorn
• 2  garlic cloves

Directions

1. Dice cheese the size of sugar cubes. Prick with a fork to allow the marinade to be absorbed.
2. Mix all ingredients for marinade in a heavy-bottomed casserole and bring to a boil. Cool.
3. Layer cheese and red pepper in a jar and pour marinade over all.
4. Cover and chill. Keeps 2-3 weeks in refrigerator.
5. Let come to room temperature before serving, allowing cheese to come to full-flavor.