FLAVOR INFUSED FETA CHEESE

1 (8 ounce) package Athenos Feta Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning Variations (recipes follow)
Olive oil
Assorted breads and crackers

Place cheese in a bowl. Mix with one of the Seasoning Variations. Add enough oil to completely cover. Refrigerate, covered, 2 to 3 days to marinate.

Serve at room temperature with assorted breads and crackers or vegetables for dippers.

SEASONING VARIATIONS:

SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND OLIVE:
Mix 1 jar (7 1/2 to 8 ounces) sun-dried tomatoes, 1 jar (8 ounces) pitted Kalamata olives, drained, 2 tablespoons mixed peppercorns and fresh rosemary sprigs.

THYME AND ORANGE:
Cook 1/2 cup walnuts and 3 tablespoons chopped garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet on medium heat until lightly toasted. Add 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, 3 tablespoons grated orange peel and 1 teaspoon ground red pepper. Mix well.

Servings: 8
Source: Quick & Tasty Recipes/August 2000