Marinated Queso Fresco

Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 lb queso fresco

Recipe

• 1 cut the queso fresco into 3/4-1 inch cubes.
• 2 in a large, shallow dish, combine all ingredients except cheese.
• 3 (if you want, you could throw them in the food processor for ease).
• 4 stir to combine.
• 5 then add the cheese, toss to coat.
• 6 let stand at room temp for 2 hours before serving.
• 7 however, this can marinate for up to 3 days in the fridge.