What do you need for an antipasto platter?

Choose a selection of cured meats (such as salami, pepperoni, prosciutto, or mortadella) and rich cheeses (fresh mozzarella, provolone, manchego, gouda, or Parmigiano-Reggiano). Small bites of seafood, like marinated shrimp, anchovies, or smoked salmon, are also fun to include.

What do you serve antipasto with?

The Perfect Antipasto Plate

1. Jarred marinated artichoke hearts served with water crackers and Camembert cheese.
2. Sliced tomatoes marinated in Italian dressing, served with slices of havarti cheese and garlic-stuffed green olives.
3. Thinly sliced Genoa salami and Cacio de Roma cheese served with crusty bread.

How far in advance can you make an antipasto platter?

Make ahead directions I recommend assembling your platter no more than 8 hours in advance. You can add everything to the platter except the bread, as it is more likely to become stale in the fridge. Remove your platter from the fridge about 20 minutes before you plan to serve it to take the chill off.

What goes on a platter?

You might want to include some of these items:

• Cheeses.
• Charcuterie (e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo)
• Fruits (e.g., berries, oranges, grapes)
• Vegetables (e.g., carrots, celery, radishes, cherry tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, endive leaves)
• Olives (e.g., Kalamata, green, or marinated mixed olives)

How much meat do you need for an antipasto platter?

Choose two or three varieties of thinly-sliced cured meats, such as prosciutto, mortadella, or sopressata. Plan for about 2 ounces per person – except when serving prosciutto, of which, from our experience, people will consume as much as you put out.

What crackers go with antipasto?

That’s where these Antipasto Football Cracker Stacks come in handy. They’re RITZ Crackers topped with basil, salami, turkey, ham, mozzarella cheese, Italian dressing, and either a tomato or an olive. They take only a few minutes to assemble, which means less time cooking and more time socializing with your guests.

What do you put on a platter?

You might want to include some of these items:

1. Cheeses.
2. Charcuterie (e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo)
3. Fruits (e.g., berries, oranges, grapes)
4. Vegetables (e.g., carrots, celery, radishes, cherry tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, endive leaves)
5. Olives (e.g., Kalamata, green, or marinated mixed olives)

Why is it called an antipasto platter?

Literally, the word “antipasto” is derived from the Latin root “anti” meaning “before” and “pastus,” which means “meal.” Thus, the antipasto course simply refers to the dish that precedes all others. A good antipasto plate offers an appealing mixture and contrasts of textures, tastes and colors.

Do Italians eat antipasto?

Antipasto (plural antipasti) is the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal. Typical ingredients of a traditional antipasto include cured meats, olives, peperoncini, mushrooms, anchovies, artichoke hearts, various cheeses (such as provolone or mozzarella), pickled meats, and vegetables in oil or vinegar.

What can you put on a platter?

Ingredients

• 3-4 varieties of cheese totalling 600g (1.3lb) I used brie, blue, truffled cheddar, and aged cheddar.
• 3 varieties of dip.
• 3 varieties of crackers or sliced baguette or pita.
• seasonal fruit strawberries, blueberries, grapes.
• seasonal vegetables green beans.
• marinated deli items olives and stuffed baby peppers.

What cheese is from Italy?

Here’s a guide to just some of Italy’s most loved cheeses!

• Mozzarella.
• Gorgonzola.
• Parmigiano-Reggiano.
• Mascarpone.
• Ricotta.
• Stracchino.
• Bel Paese.