Greek-Style Marinated Cheese Curds Recipe

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Greek-Style Marinated Cheese Curds Recipe

Infused with rich olive oil and fresh herbs, marinated cheese curds are an easy small plate that tastes just like a Greek island holiday. Enjoy these squeakers as a savory snack, a mezze platter or a part of your charcuterie board at your next party or event.

Course Appetizer

Keyword marinated cheese curds

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Marinating Time 7

Total Time 7 15

Servings servings

Calories 705kcal

Author Ksenia Prints

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups cheese curds
1 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove peeled
2 bay leaves
1 sprig of rosemary
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Strips of peel from 1 lemon

Instructions

In a saucepan, gently warm 1 cup of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the garlic clove, bay leaves, rosemary sprig, black peppercorns, and dried oregano to the oil.
Heat the mixture for about 5 minutes to infuse the oil, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
Take the saucepan off the heat and allow to cool for a few minutes.
Strain the oil to remove the solids.
Place 2 cups of cheese curds in a bowl.
Pour the strained oil over the cheese curds.
Add the lemon peel to the bowl with the cheese curds and oil.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 24 hours, but for best flavor, leave it for 3 to 7 days.
Serve the marinated cheese curds chilled.

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Notes

After marinating, serve the chilled cheese curds as a standalone appetizer with crusty bread, as part of a cheese platter, or use them to enhance salads or top off a warm dish of roasted vegetables. They also pair well with olives and cured meats for a Mediterranean-inspired snack.
When you're ready to serve the marinated unaged cheese, remove from refrigerator at least 30 minutes in advance. The flavors get more pronounced when they come room temperature.

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