1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 small jar of pimentos
1 bunch of green onion, chopped
1 Tbs. fresh chopped basil or 1 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. dried parsley
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese - keep in fridge until ready to cut
1 8 oz. pkg. sharp cheddar cheese

In a shallow dish place alternating slices of cream cheese and sharp cheddar in a decorative pattern.  (White, orange, white, orange, etc.)  Refrigerate.  Combine all the rest of the ingredients and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.  About 4 hours before serving, pour marinade over cheese and place back in the refrigerator.  Serve with premium quality crackers for a beautiful and popular appetizer or great also for potluck or buffet.