Simple Marinated Bocconcini

Instructions:

• Drain the bocconcini, chiffonade the basil leaves and mince the garlic.
• Prepare the marinade in a small bowl by whisking the olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper together.
• In a large bowl, combine the bocconcini and marinade. Gently toss to coat and add the sliced basil; toss once more. You can serve right away or allow it to marinate on the counter for 30 minutes.
• After marinating, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve with your favorite crusty bread. Enjoy!

Warm Marinated Olives with Orange Peel

Instructions:

• Drain the olives and pat them dry.
• In a small saucepan, warm the olive oil over low heat. Next, add the garlic, orange peel, rosemary, and thyme. Let the oil infuse for approximately 5 minutes, being careful not to brown the garlic.
• Next, add the olives, along with the crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper to taste. Gently stir until the olives are evenly coated.
• Continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes, over low heat, stirring occasionally. The olives should be warm but not boiling.
• Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
• Transfer the warm olives to a serving dish and serve while warm! Enjoy!
• Start with your favorite platter or board. The size will vary depending on the amount of ingredients you use. For this recipe a board approximately 10”x20” was used, and there were enough ingredients to replenish the board for a second time.
• Prepare your bocconcini and olives (see recipes).

How to Assemble the Antipasto Platter

• Begin by placing the artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes, fire roasted peppers and peperoncini in their own bowls to contain the oil and juices. Place them throughout the platter, along with the prepared bocconcini and olives in their own bowls as well.
• Next, slice your cheese and place them around the platter, filling in space between your other ingredients.
• Roll up or fold your meats and continue to fill up any spaces left on your platter.
• From here, you should have some space left over to place the grissini (breadsticks) and tomatoes. You can also add sprigs of rosemary, thyme, and basil leaves to make for a beautiful presentation!