Marinated Mahon Cheese
-SERVES: 4-6
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour
COURSE: Starter
Mahon cheese is buttery and tangy with a pleasant saltiness. Its flavor profile is enhanced with an herby marinade and bright lemon zest in this delectable appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Mahon cheese
- 1 cup Citarella Olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh thyme, minced
- 2 Tbsp fresh tarragon leaves
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Citarella rustic baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Remove rind from cheese and cut into small cubes.
- In a large bowl, add olive oil, herbs, and lemon zest. Stir together and season with salt and a lot of black pepper. Add cheese and stir to combine.
- Marinate cheese for at least 15 minutes but preferably an hour.
- Serve with a warm, crusty baguette, and enjoy!
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