Spicy Marinated Provolone

• ounces chunk provolone cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes10 ounces
• cup extra virgin olive oil↗1⁄2 cup
• cup fresh squeezed lemon juice↗1⁄4 cup
• garlic cloves, thinly sliced↗3
• teaspoons fresh lemon zest↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• teaspoon fennel seed1 teaspoon
• teaspoon whole mixed peppercorns↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• pint glass jar, with tight-fitting lid1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place cheese in quart-sized zipper-closure food storage bag. Combine remaining ingredients in jar; cover and shake well. Pour over cheese in storage bag; seal bag. Refrigerate 8 hours or up to 3 days, turning occasionally.

2. 2

   To Serve: Let Cheese stand at room temperature at least 1 hr.; stir and pour onto serving platter.