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WINE-STAINED CHEDDAR CHEESE TOASTS
WINE-STAINED CHEDDAR CHEESE TOATS
SERVES: 6
1 (8-oz) piece sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
1 cup Burgundy or other red wine
Pinch of salt
Crackers, for serving
1 to 2 tablespoons torn basil leaves
Maldon salt and freshly ground pepper
Olive oil, for drizzling
1. Put the cheddar, wine and a pinch of salt in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours; drain and pat the cheese dry.
2. Put wine-stained cheddar on crackers. Sprinkle with basil leaves, Maldon salt and freshly ground pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
Note: It works! There's a reason why wine and cheese taste so fabulous together. This is an excellent party trick to remember when you're feeling lazy—serve cubes plain or on dressed-up crackers like I did, above. Oh yeah, I'll definitely be serving this again.
Yum! I love this appetizer idea...and Mad Men. What a tasty viewing party. Wish I could join!
ReplyDeleteYou're so invited, Leah!
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