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Classic Antipasto Platter

A curated spread of Italian cured meats, cheeses, and accompaniments

boardEasyItalian
Prep20 min0Total20 minServes12Temproom_temp
✓ gluten-free
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy
Recipe
Ingredients
  • 4 ozprosciutto di Parma(thinly sliced)
  • 4 ozsopressata(sliced)
  • 4 ozcoppa(sliced)
  • 4 ozParmigiano-Reggiano(broken into chunks)
  • 4 ozfresh mozzarella(torn)
  • 4 ozGorgonzola(crumbled)
  • 1 cupmarinated olives
  • 1 cupgiardiniera(drained)
  • 0.5 cupmarinated artichoke hearts
  • 0.5 cuproasted red peppers(sliced)
  • breadsticks or crostini
  • extra-virgin olive oil(for drizzling)
  • fresh basil(for garnish)
Make Ahead

Meats and cheeses can be sliced a day ahead and stored wrapped. Assemble platter up to 2 hours before serving; cover with plastic wrap.

Instructions
  1. 1Select a large wooden board, marble slab, or platter
  2. 2Place small bowls for olives, giardiniera, and any wet items
  3. 3Arrange meats in loose folds or rosettes - don't stack flat
  4. 4Create clusters of each cheese type
  5. 5Tuck vegetables and pickled items into gaps
  6. 6Add breadsticks or crostini along edges
  7. 7Drizzle fresh mozzarella with olive oil
  8. 8Garnish with fresh basil leaves
  9. 9Serve at room temperature
Notes
Pro Tips

Let meats and cheeses come to room temperature for best flavor. Arrange in odd-numbered groupings for visual appeal. Don't overcrowd - leave space for guests to serve themselves. Quality ingredients are everything - seek out authentic Italian imports.

History & Origin

Antipasto ("before the meal") is the traditional first course of an Italian meal, meant to stimulate the appetite without filling diners before the pasta course. A well-composed antipasto showcases the diversity of Italian cured meats (salumi), aged and fresh cheeses, and preserved vegetables.

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