Marinated Cheese Appetizer Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Marinated Cheese Appetizer Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, crumbles; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese; 1 teaspoon sugar; ¾ teaspoon dried basil; 1 dash salt (to taste); 1 dash black pepper (to taste); ½ cup olive oil; ½ cup white wine vinegar; 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 3 tablespoons minced green onions; 3 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 (16 ounce) box gemelli pasta

Servings: persons

8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, crumbles
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon sugar
¾ teaspoon dried basil
1 dash salt (to taste)
1 dash black pepper (to taste)
½ cup olive oil
½ cup white wine vinegar
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons minced green onions
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 (16 ounce) box gemelli pasta

1
Cut cream cheese into 1/4 inch cubes.
2
Make the marinade by combining sugar, basil, salt, pepper, oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, onion and garlic in a mason jar with a tight lid.
3
Add cubed cream cheese to the jar - shake well - place in refrigerator overnight.
4
Fix pasta according to direction on package the day you wish to serve it.
5
Drain well and lightly coat with Extra Virgin oil.
6
Refrigerate until completely chilled.
7
Shake marinade up, and pour into chilled pasta.
8
Add package of crumbled cheddar cheese - mix gently, but well.
9
Refrigerate unused portion - if it seems to have dried out later, use just a little white wine vinegar to moisten it up.

810

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, crumbles, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, 1 teaspoon sugar, ¾ teaspoon dried basil, and more.

Yes, Marinated Cheese Appetizer Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Marinated Cheese Appetizer Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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