1poundmild/young manchegorind removed and cut into bite-sized cubes
1/2cupflavorful extra virgin olive oil
4clovesof garlicskins removed and smashed
3sprigs of fresh rosemary
6sprigs of fresh thyme
3orange peelsabout 2-inches in length
1/2teaspoonred pepper flakes
For serving: baguette slices or crackers plus toothpicks
Instructions
In a small sauce pan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat until shimmering – about 2 to 3 minutes. Watch carefully as you don’t want it to get too hot.
Add garlic, rosemary, thyme, orange peels and red pepper flakes. Heat for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
Transfer to a shallow dish so that the cheese is covered as much as possible with oil. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 3 days.
Remove from refrigerator an hour before serving.
Serve baguette slices or crackers plus toothpicks.