Marinating cheese in olive oil is a way to prepare a flavoured appetizer. Oil is not a substitute for refrigeration and does not make homemade cheese mixtures shelf-stable.
Ingredients
- A small piece of firm cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
- Olive oil
- Optional dried thyme, dried rosemary, pepper or cayenne
Method
- Wash your hands and use a clean container and utensils.
- Put the cheese in the container and add enough oil to coat the pieces.
- Add a little dried seasoning if desired. Make only the amount you intend to serve soon.
- Cover and refrigerate promptly. Follow the cheese label's storage instructions.
- Take out only the portion you are serving; return the rest to the refrigerator.
Keep it refrigerated
Do not store this preparation in the pantry or treat it as a home-preserved product. Fresh garlic and herbs in oil need specific safe handling; they are not included in this small-batch recipe.
For general handling guidance, see Health Canada's safe food storage advice.
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