Show your love with handmade food gifts that are very easy to make even if you can't cook. The creamy cheese and herb infused oil make a special appetizer with a slice of toast, or great addition to a BBQ party.
Both recipes begin with finding some suitable, pretty jars that have a wide mouth. Wash them carefully and let them completely dry. The best way is to air-dry, so the savory treats can be kept in the fridge for up to two months.
Marinated mozzarella cheese
[2column] [content] Ingredients- 2 packets of mini mozzarella cheese balls
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 15 dkg black olives
- 2 dl extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Layer the cheese balls, garlic loves, and olives in the jar.
- Mix the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then pour the mixture in the jars.
- Close the jars tightly and store in a the fridge for 3 days before gifting.
Marinated Feta Cheese
[2column] [content] Ingredients- 250 g feta cheese
- 2 red onions
- 20 olives (green, black or mixed)
- 3 fresh rosemary branches
- 3 thyme branches
- 16 peppercorns
- 300 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 100 ml red wine vinegar
- Cube cheese to 1x1 cm pieces.
- Peel the onion, and cut into wedges.
- Wash herbs.
- Layer the cheese cubes with onion slices, olives, and herbs.
- Mix the olive oil and red wine vinegar, then pour the mixture on top of the cheese.
- Close the jars tightly and let it sit in the fridge for two weeks.
Whether you choose a Mason jar or a snap-top jar, a personalized sticker on the top and a gift tag would be a nice addition. These cute jars are great gifts for birthdays, but you can also make a batch as Christmas gifts for friends and family.