MARINATED MANCHEGO

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The only thing more crowd-pleasing than cheese is marinated cheese. If Manchego isn't your thing, go for any semi-firm cheese like white cheddar, Gouda, or Monterey Jack.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Appetizer     Hors D'Oeuvre     Cheese     Citrus     Rosemary     Garlic     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Cocktail Party     New Year's Eve     Christmas Eve     Holiday 2018

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head of garlic, cloves separated and peeled (about 12 cloves)
1 small orange, quartered through stem end, thinly sliced crosswise, seeds removed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 sprigs rosemary
Kosher salt
1 lb. young Manchego cheese, cut or broken into 3/4" pieces

Steps:

  • Cook garlic, orange, and oil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic starts to turn golden, 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and add rosemary sprigs. Season with salt and let cool.
  • Pour garlic mixture into a medium bowl, add cheese, and gently toss to coat cheese. Cover and chill at least 12 hours before serving.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cheese can be marinated 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.

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