Traditional Antipasti Platter

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 30 Minutes

Servings: 8

Or not so traditional. A continuing work in progress. New items to be added please make any suggestions. Please disregard measurements - - needed some kind of measurements to post list. Pick your favorites and enjoy.

Ingredients:

1/4 lb prosciutto

1/4 lb salami

1/4 lb capicola

1/4 lb soppressata

1/4 lb pepperoni

1/4 lb mortadella, with pistachio nut

6 ounces canned anchovy fillets

6 ounces salmon

8 ounces marinated artichoke hearts

8 ounces pickled cherry peppers

8 ounces roasted red peppers (better yet,, roast your own)

5 stalks celery hearts (cut into sticks) or 5 stalks fennel bulbs, hearts (cut into sticks)

8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes (in oil)

8 ounces pepperoncini peppers

8 ounces marinated mushrooms

8 ounces stuffed cherry peppers, stuffed with procuitto and provolone cheese

capers

8 ounces caponata, eggplant spread

3 medium fresh tomatoes, sliced (or whole grape tomatoes)

8 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese

8 ounces asiago cheese

8 ounces provolone cheese

8 ounces fontina cheese

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese

1 (16 ounce) package breadsticks

italian bread

16 ounces gourmet olives

8 deviled eggs

8 hard-boiled eggs

8 ounces grilled vegetables

1 head romaine lettuce (leaves to line platter)

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

1/2 cup red wine vinegar

Directions:

1. Use your favorites.
2. Sliced meats may be rolled up into tubes.
3. Platter can be prepared a couple of hours in advance, covered and chilled.
4. Bring back to room temperature 10 - 15 minutes before serving.
5. Serve Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Vinegars on the side.

By RecipeOfHealth.com