Antipasto Skewers

 

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Serves 24

bullet24 artichoke hearts, quartered
bullet8 oz Italian Vinaigrette
bullet8 large fresh basil leaves
bullet4 oz roasted garlic oil
bullet1/4 tsp sea salt
bullet1/2 tsp course black pepper
bullet48 bocconcini (small mozzarella balls)
bullet3 whole grilled or sautéed portabella mushrooms
bullet3 roasted red peppers
bullet3 roasted yellow peppers
bullet24 - 6" wooden skewers
  1. Marinate artichoke hearts in the vinaigrette. Julienne basil, setting aside a portion for garnish. Mix the rest with roasted garlic oil, salt and pepper. Toss this mixture with the mozzarella.
  2. Cut portabella mushroom into eighths. Cut the roasted peppers into 1" pieces (all of the above can be done a day ahead).
  3. On the skewer, thread a mozzarella ball, followed by a piece of red pepper, portabella, mozzarella, yellow pepper and artichoke (the skewers can be prepared 3 hours in advance).
  4. Place the skewers in a wide-mouthed jar or other decorative container. Sprinkle cracked pepper and basil over skewers. You can also add one or all of the following ingredients: salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, tomato and olives.