Instructions: SERVES 10 LACTO

Marinated cheese makes a wonderful hostess gift and comes in handy as an appetizer when unexpected guests arrive.

In large, wide-necked, sterilized jar, stack cheese. While stacking cheese, decoratively arrange garlic, peppercorns, chilies and herbs between and around cheese layers. Pour oil over layers to reach top of jar.

Dispel any air pockets by running a skewer down the inside of the jar.

Store in the refrigerator up to 2 months. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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