Recipe: Marinated Parmesan

MARINATED PARMESAN

"This is great sitting out of the sun on your patio table - cheese is best served at room/air temp for maximum flavor."

8 ounce parmesan cheese chunk
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 tbsp finely chopped green onion
1 tsp dried red chili flakes
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp finely chopped fresh oregano, tarragon or basil
freshly ground pepper
picks and crusty bread

Break the parmesan into small bite-sized pieces.

Combine oil, garlic, onion and chili flakes in bowl or jar and let flavor blend for at least an hour. This flavored oil will keep refrigerated for several weeks.

Place cheese in serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Pour seasoned oil over cheese and sprinkle liberally with freshly ground pepper.

Serve with picks and slices of bread/baguette

Serves 6 - 8 as an appetizer
Adapted from source: Kim Quigley - Sun Media, Woodstock Sentinel Review