We can all agree on one simple fact: The best things in life are cheese. And these marinated cheese recipes--perfect for smearing on bread, tossing into a salad, slapping in a sandwich or straight-up eating with a fork--are no exception. Just soak your favorite variety in a mixture of oils, herbs and spices and store it in the fridge for when a salty craving strikes.
7 Marinated Cheese Recipes You Need in Your Life
Aka the easiest appetizers of all time
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Published Feb 26, 2016
Herbed Goat Cheese Balls
Crostini dreams are made of these.
Mozzarella Marinated In Herbs And Red Pepper Flakes
A foolproof antipasto plate, every time.
Spicy Marinated Feta
Toss it in a Greek salad. Done.
Italian-marinated Colby Jack With Olives
Grab a toothpick and dig in.
Sumac And Mint Marinated Goat Cheese
This savory but light concoction is the perfect complement to a creamy goat cheese.
Marinated Bocconcini
Mini mozzarella balls, infused with a mixture of lemon, garlic and peppercorns--they're the perfect one-bite app.
Marinated Greek Yogurt
Seasoned with za’atar, this Lebanese appetizer called “labneh” is kind of like a cousin to cheese but hits the same spot. (And it’s the perfect accoutrement to pita triangles. )
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