My father would have loved this appetizer. You see my dad was a meat-a-tarian. He only had 5 total fruits and vegetables that he liked.
Fortunately my mom refused to have her kids eat such a limited diet and feed us everything. I am so glad I'm not a picky eater... but picking is what this meat eater's delight is about... a little piece of salami, a prosciutto with melon and maybe an olive or two, so mom thinks your eating healthy... a great starter to your Father's Day Picnic.
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Antipasto Platter
by Diane Balch
simplelivingeating.com
preparation time: 20 minutes serves: 8 - 10
Ingredients:
1/2 pound of Fresh Bocconcini or Mozzarella Balls
1/2 pound Provolone Stuffed Green Olives or other olive
4 ounces thinly sliced Prosciutto
1/2 pound cubed Canteloupe
2 ounces Hard Salami sliced
2 ounces Pepperoni rolled with Provolone Cheese
1/4 cup shelled roasted & salted Pistachios
8 - 10 fresh whole dates
good quality extra-virgin olive oil
Fleur de sel or other course salt
serve with options:
Italian Bread Sticks, Crispy Flatbread Crackers like Croccantini, Fresh Italian Bread
Note: Arrangement was made on a 20 x 15 inch oval platter
Directions:
1) Slice Prosciutto into long strips and wrapped them around the pieces of Canteloupe.
2) Start your arrangement from the center and work your way out towards the ends.
3) The Bocconcini should be drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with salt
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Thanks for hosting Diane. I just love an antipasto platter. Great combination of flavors on yours.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Christie....so glad you made it to the party.
DeleteThat antipasto looks amazing & it's one of my true faves!! We always had one for "special" meals. Thanks for hosting & have a great week!!
ReplyDeleteSo do we love antipasto... sometimes it could be a meal in itself.
DeleteWOW! You have no idea how good that looks to me. We often eat antipasto as a meal.
ReplyDeleteDan @ Zenpresence.com
So do I, especially in the summer when I don't want to cook.
DeleteDiane,
ReplyDeleteYour antipasto looks terrific. I love antipasto. Thanks for hosting the this great party.
Annamaria
You are so welcome takes for coming to the party.
DeleteThanks so much for featuring my old fashioned cherry cobbler! Your antipasto platter made my mouth water! Looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteyou are so welcome... it is a classic.
DeleteLove your antipasto platter! Thanks for the party!
ReplyDeleteThanks Paula always good to see you here.
DeleteHi Diane,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful Antipasto, I can't stop looking at it. Hope your weather is great for the weekend and you have a good one. Thanks for a fantastic party and all your awesome food!
Miz Helen
You are so welcome Miz Helen... we finally got the rain we needed but it looks like it may clear for Father's Day.
DeleteWhat a fabulous antipasto plate! I would definitely make a meal from that!
ReplyDeleteI have made a meal of it many times... It does have a little fruit and olives are a vegetable.
DeleteOnly 5 fruits and vegetables - that would make menu planning challenging! Your antipasto platter looks beautiful. I always enjoy a good antipasto platter. This week I've shared a bit of family history and a recipe I've been making for over 30 years. Thank you for hosting :)
ReplyDeleteThanks goodness my mother just ignored my dad's limited tastes, made some meat for him and we ate a good square meal. Love reading family history so glad you stopped by April.
DeleteGreat looking platter. I'm glad I'm not a picker either, but my sister is and we grew up in the same house. My mother pampered her food requests and that's probably why she still won't try things today.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting and have a great weekend.
Sam
Isn't funny how you can have a picky eater and a foodie come from the same family.
DeleteWhat a great platter, Diane! Thank you so much for hosting and for promoting the giveaway. Have a wonderful weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteJulie @ This Gal Cooks
No problem... I am so impressed with your promotional skills. Thank you again for the opportunity.
DeleteYou know, I've never made one of these...and I don't know why. I love everything on them! Thanks for hosting. :-)
ReplyDelete~Stacy @ Stacy Makes Cents
Oh you have to make one Stacy... it's really easy to do and guests love it.
DeleteLove the platter! Have a great weekend and thanks for hosting!
ReplyDeleteGood to see you Deb... have a great weekend too.
DeleteI'm probably one of those weird people that don't like antipasto. However, I do LOVE cheese and dates ;). There's something for everyone on that platter! Thanks for hosting, Diane! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteWell I'm strange, I'm not big on grilling... but thanks yes there is something for everyone, don't forget the pistachios.
DeleteHi, Diane! Thanks so much for inviting me back over! You antipasto platter looks scrumptious ... can you send one over, please? :-)
ReplyDeleteTracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground
Yes, I have been asked if I take orders... LOL. So glad to see you back, love your recipes.
DeleteGreat party Diane...Thanks so much for hosting!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nancy, it wouldn't be great with out you, glad your here.
DeleteThanks for the party! Have a great week...
ReplyDeleteYou too, glad to see you... our weather is clearing up, hope your weekend is nice too.
DeleteThanks for hosting :) I love antipasto, yum!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome Ann, glad to have you here.
DeleteYour platter looks so yummy Diane. It would be just the thing to have at a picnic or bbq!
ReplyDeleteYes, it went over very well at the party I brought it too.
DeleteI know this is supposed to be a starter, but I could easily eat this as a meal. Thank you for the party, Diane.
ReplyDeleteThat's the problem with most Italian courses any one of them could be a meal in itself.
DeleteThat is a gorgeous platter! I admit it, I am a picky eater because my mother is a picky eater! Thankfully, my children are not :) Thanks so much for the party. Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteSee it is a learned habit. My father was a picky eater because his mother indulged him with meat, meat, and more meat. He never had to eat his vegetables.
DeleteSuch a beautiful antipasto platter, Diane...and your photos are lovely!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks to you my photos have improved, but I still can't always get a good absolute white.
DeleteYou're singing my song Diane. I love an antipasto platter and could live off them for breakfast lunch or dinner! I'd say olives would be one of my most favourite foods. LOL
ReplyDeleteAnne xx
Well, when you come to NY Anne, I'll make a big platter for you!
DeleteYour antipasto platter looks FABULOUS!!!!!!!! Love all the meats and olives you used, and the prosciutto wrapped cantaloupe looks delicious!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Maria, the prosciutto melon is my favorite.
DeleteThat tray of food looks marvelous. I bet it was a big hit.
ReplyDeleteHeidi’s Wanderings
Thank you Heidi, it was gone in minutes.
DeleteWhenever we have get togethers at home we always have a platter like this to serve! Looks great!!
ReplyDeleteHow cool you lived in Italy. I hope you will share your recipes regularly with us on Foodie Friday.
DeleteWow! I could throw a heck of a party with this platter. It is so beautiful and a wonderful mix of flavors. The best part is the meat-a-tarians in my life would love it.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear it. I can assure you this platter always goes over well, especially with meat-a-tarians. I hope you get to make it soon.
DeleteDiane - we are truly impressed with this antipasto platter - awesome!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you linked up with us at the BeBetsy BRAG ABOUT IT Link and Hop.
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Have a great weekend~xo
Sharon and Denise!
Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!
ReplyDeleteMiz Helen