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Antipasto Wreath Recipe

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This Antipasto Wreath is a festive and visually appealing appetizer featuring a variety of Italian meats, cheeses, and marinated vegetables arranged in a circular wreath shape. Perfect for holiday gatherings or parties, it offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, all easily assembled with toothpicks and fresh herb garnishes.

Ingredients

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Meats

  • 5 ounces pepperoni slices
  • 8 ounces salami slices

Cheese

  • 12 ounces marinated mozzarella balls
  • 1 (8-ounce block) pepper jack cheese, cubed

Vegetables and Olives

  • 10 ounces cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
  • 1 (6-ounce can) black olives, drained
  • 1 (9.5-ounce jar) kalamata olives, drained
  • 1 (9-ounce jar) artichoke hearts, halved
  • 1 (16-ounce jar) petite dill pickles

Garnish

  • Fresh basil and rosemary
  • Long toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Slice, cube, and drain all the ingredients as needed. Fold the salami or pepperoni slices in half twice to prepare them for skewering.
  2. Skewer ingredients: Using long toothpicks, skewer the ingredients one by one, alternating between meats, cheeses, olives, tomatoes, pickles, and artichokes to create a varied and balanced skewer.
  3. Arrange the wreath: On a large board or round platter, arrange the skewers in a circular wreath shape, distributing the ingredients evenly for an attractive presentation.
  4. Garnish the wreath: Decorate the wreath with fresh basil and rosemary sprigs, placing them around and within the skewers to mimic the look of a festive greenery wreath.

Notes

  • Use long toothpicks for easier assembly and serving.
  • You can customize the types of olives and cheeses based on your preference.
  • Make the wreath ahead of time and refrigerate until serving to let flavors meld.
  • Serve with small plates and napkins for easy snacking.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and add additional vegetables or marinated artichokes.

Keywords: antipasto, appetizer, wreath, Italian appetizer, party food, no-cook appetizer, salami, pepperoni, cheese platter

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