Marinated Olive Cheese Ring Recipe

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cold1 package (10 ounces) sharp white cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/3 cup pimiento-stuffed olives1/3 cup pitted Greek olives1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil2 garlic cloves, minced1 jar (2 ounces) pimiento strips, drained and choppedToasted French bread baguette slices

Preparation

Cut cream cheese lengthwise in half; cut each half into 1/4-in. slices. On a serving plate, arrange cheeses upright in a ring, alternating cheddar and cream cheese slices. Place olives in center.

In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, parsley, basil and garlic until blended; drizzle over cheeses and olives. Sprinkle with pimientos. Refrigerate, covered, at least 8 hours or overnight. Serve with baguette slices.