Spicy Marinated Provolone

Submitted by gailanng

"Where's the party? My appetizer's ready! (Refrigerate time not included.)"

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 10 ounces chunk provolone cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon fennel seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon whole mixed peppercorns
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 pint glass jar, with tight-fitting lid

directions

1. Place cheese in quart-sized zipper-closure food storage bag. Combine remaining ingredients in jar; cover and shake well. Pour over cheese in storage bag; seal bag. Refrigerate 8 hours or up to 3 days, turning occasionally.
2. To Serve: Let Cheese stand at room temperature at least 1 hr.; stir and pour onto serving platter.