Flavorful Marinated Mozzarella

Name: Flavorful Marinated Mozzarella
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1/4 pound.
Ingredients: 1 cup (4 ounces) 1/2-inch cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons diced green pepper; 2 tablespoons diced sweet red pepper; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3/4 teaspoon whole peppercorns; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

This make-ahead appetizer picks up wonderful flavor from the vinegar and spices. I’ve made it with fat-free mozzarella, and it still tasted just as good.—Rita Reinke, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1 cup (4 ounces) 1/2-inch cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons diced green pepper
2 tablespoons diced sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Prick mozzarella cubes with a fork; place in a glass bowl. In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; let cool to room temperature.
Pour over cheese. Stir gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.