Marinated Mozzarella with Herbs

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mozzarella cheese -- cubed
• 2 tablespoons basil leaves -- shredded
• 1 tablespoon Italian parsley -- chopped
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper -- to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes -- if desired

Preparation:

• Overlap cheese slices in a large shallow pan (if cubed us bowl).
• Top with remaining ingredients. Coat cheese slices or cubes. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Turn on to serving platter. Serve with grilled bread or pick up cubes with food picks as an appetizer.