Goat Cheese in Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 1 garlic clove
• 3 small shallots (or onions)
• 12-16 ounces goat cheese (preferably aged)
• 1 sprig fresh fennel
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 sprig fresh tarragon
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon juniper berries
• 2 red chili peppers, halved and seeded
• 3-4 bay leaves
• 2 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. 1

   Place garlic and shallots in bottom of a wide necked glass preserving jar.

2. 2

   Layer goat cheeses alternating with sprigs of herbs.

3. 3

   Push juniper berries and bay leaves down sides in decorative pattern and cover completely with olive oil.

4. 4

   Cover and let marinate 1 week to 1 month in the refrigerator.

5. 5

   Enjoy!

6. 6

   Note: If using soft goat cheese, you may layer in a square or rectangular container with lid, so cheese won't flatten.