This appetizer has been around a really long time in our family! It is really tasty and even better the next day as leftovers that I smear all over a toasted bagel! Oh my it's good!
Drunken Cheese Tray
- 1/2 cup grape seed oil
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 (7.5-ounce) jar roasted sweet red peppers, drained and diced
- 3-4 green onions, minced
- 5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (8-ounce) block Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, chilled
- 1 (8-ounce) block Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, chilled
- 2 (8-ounce) packages Cream Cheese, chilled
Whisk together first 3 ingredients, add diced red peppers and next 6 ingredients. Set marinade aside. Cut all 4 blocks of cheese in half lengthwise. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. cheese. The cream cheese can be tricky but make sure it is really cold prior to cutting. Arrange cheese slices in rows in a shallow serving dish. Pour sauce over cheeses. Cover and chill at least 8 hours.
Serve at room temperature with your favorite crackers, bagel chips and bread.
Perfect for an appetizer, brunch, baby shower or just about any gathering.