Artichoke, Cheese and Olive Antipasto Recipe

Artichoke, Cheese and Olive Antipasto Recipe

  • 3 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and sliced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black olives, drained
  • 1 pound smoked provolone cheese, diced
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
  1. Pour the jars of artichoke hearts with their liquid into a 1 1/2 quart or larger container with a tight sealing lid. Add the bell peppers, black olives, and provolone cheese.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour over the ingredients in the container. Seal the lid, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, shaking gently about once per hour.
  3. To serve, allow the mixture to come to room temperature. Soon onto serving plates, and top with basil shreds as a garnish.
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