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this recipe is basically an outline... you can change the cheeses, the herbs....you can very the fruits or veggies you add with it... you can vary the length... toothpick or skewer..will look nice on you appetizer tray. Read more ... Ingredients:
7-8 ounces of cheese |
1 tablespoon of herbes de provinces |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1 teaspoon lemon zest |
2 cloves garlic, finely minced (optional, but tasty) |
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
freshly ground black pepper |
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped |
Directions:
1. Cut cheese into 3/4 inch cubes. Combine the remaining ingredients, preferably in a glass container. Add the cheese cubes and toss to coat. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 4 hours to let the flavors blend
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3. Put each cheese cube on a 5-6 inch wooden skewer or a regular toothpick. Then thread onto the skewers a small piece of any two of the following. Take the color and texture into consideration:
4. Small cube of bread, cucumber, black olive, red pepper, onion, green onion.
5. Thread a leaf of fresh basil, mint, cilantro, or parsley on the end of the skewer or toothpick
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7. Experiment with your favorite cheese cubes. Works best with firm-textured cheeses like cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, solid feta
8. Substitute toasted fennel seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds or a combination
9. Make Ahead
10. Can be made up to 3 days in advance.
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