Basil Marinated Cheese Curds

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl or two quart sized Mason jars with lids, pour in the cheese curds.
2. 2
   Pour olive oil over cheese curds.
3. 3
   Using a spoon, toss curds and oil so they are evenly coated.
4. 4
   If using Mason jars, seal jars and gently shake jars to distribute oil.
5. 5
   On a cutting board, mince the fresh basil or other herb of your choosing.
6. 6
   Add the minced herbs into the bowl or jars of cheese and olive oil, tossing again to evenly distribute herbs.
7. 7
   Seal bowl with plastic wrap or seal the jar lids.
8. 8
   Place in the refrigerator overnight, tossing curds every couple of hours to make sure that all curds have marinated for equal amounts of time in the oil.
9. 9
   Serve as an appetizer with fresh cherry tomatoes or other seasonal vegetables.