Italian Holiday Antipasto Platter – Festive Mediterranean...

Ingredients

• • 1 ⅞ cup marinated olives (green and black)
• • 8 ⅞ oz artichoke hearts, drained
• • 6 ⅞ oz cured salami slices
• • 6 ⅞ oz provolone cheese, wedges
• • 4 ⅞ oz roasted red peppers
• • 1 ⅞ small fresh basil bunch
• • 1 ⅞ small bowl olive oil
• • 1 ⅞ festive napkin

Instructions

1. 1

   Choose a large rustic wooden board or platter. Wipe clean with a damp cloth and let dry.

2. 2

   Start by placing marinated olives around the perimeter of the board. Alternate green and black varieties for visual contrast.

3. 3

   Place drained artichoke hearts in the center of the board. Surround with roasted red peppers for color.

4. 4

   Fan out salami slices across the board, overlapping slightly for visual appeal.

5. 5

   Arrange provolone cheese wedges in clusters around the board. Add a small bowl of olive oil nearby.

6. 6

   Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Add a festive napkin and cheese knife for serving.