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Antipasto Salad Recipe - Authentic Antipasto Recipes
Antipasto means "before the meal" and is the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal. Some have compared antipasto to hors d’oeuvres, but there are several distinctions. Hors d’oeuvres are served while guests are still standing, and tend to be served off trays in the most formal settings, or placed on a table. They are enjoyed with drinks prior to the meal. On the other hand, antipasto is served at the table and signifies the beginning of the Italian meal. Most table settings will feature a central antipasto plate, and small plates for each diner to enjoy this warm-up to the other courses.
Eat slowly and enjoy. Italians don’t “wolf” their food. They eat their main meal slowly over several small courses, ideally with much conversation and laughter.
Here are just a few of the Health benefits of the ingredients used in Italian Antipasto Recipes:
Olives are a good source of vitamin E. Vitamin E is the body's primary fat-soluble antioxidant. It goes after and directly neutralizes free radicals in all the fat-rich areas of the body. In combination, stable monounsaturated fats and vitamin E add a significant safety factor to cellular processes like energy production, a process that generates free radicals even when things are running smoothly.
Research is now slowly proving that there is a high likelihood that the consumption of tomatoes and tomato based products actually may prevent serum lipid oxidation and reduce the risk of macular degenerative disease.
Antipasto ClassicoANTIPASTO CLASSICO The beauty of this dish is that no cooking is involved. You are assembling prepared .....
All peppers are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, but red peppers are simply bursting with them. Antioxidant vitamins A and C help to prevent cell damage, cancer, and diseases related to aging, and they support immune function. They also reduce inflammation like that found in arthritis and asthma. Vitamin K promotes proper blood clotting, strengthens bones, and helps protect cells from oxidative damage.
BRUSCHETTA CLASSICA
Grilled Garlic and Oregano Bread
Italians know the magic of a simple slice of crusty bread dressed with salt, oregano and good olive oil. It makes a good appetizer or snack between meals. Bruschetta definitely is the base of all “garlic breads” and the canapés. The main ingredient is the extra-virgin olive oil.
Ingredients
Smoked SalmonSMOKED SALMON Smoked Salmon with Wine and Lemon Ingredients 12 oz sliced ..... 4 slices of thick-crusted Italian country bread,
approximately 3/8 inch (1 cm) thick
(you may substitute with baguettes cut slices on diagonal)
1 clove of garlic, peeled
whole small dry red peppers, spicy (optional)
extra-virgin olive oil
dry oregano
salt
Preheat an oven, broiler, stovetop grill or barbeque grill. Grill the bread on both sides until golden brown. (Pay close attention to the grilling as the bread will brown very quickly and you don’t want it to burn).
Lightly rub the garlic on the surface of the bread.
If you like, you may also lightly rub the red pepper over the bread.
Using a pastry brush, thinly coat the grilled bread with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and dry oregano.
Serve while still warm.
Serves 4
Preparation and Cooking Time: 5 minutes
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Antipasto Salad Recipe - Simple Antipasto Recipes
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