Margherita®
Salami Rosettes
Here’s a new, easy and attractive way to serve a favorite appetizer. The creamy cheese mixture and tang of capers combine with the robust flavor of Genoa salami and a hint of fresh basil for a sensational starter.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Makes
12 servings
Ingredients
| 4 | ounces cream cheese, softened (½ of an 8 ounce package) | |
| ¼ | cup grated Parmesan cheese or shredded Asiago cheese | |
| 1 | tablespoon drained capers | |
| 1 | tablespoon chopped fresh basil | |
| 24 | thin deli-sliced Margherita® Deli Genoa Salami | |
| 24 | yellow or red cherry or grape tomatoes, or a combination of yellow and red |
Directions
| 1. |
Combine cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, capers and basil, mixing well. |
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| 2. |
Spread 1 teaspoon cheese mixture over center of each slice of salami. Place one tomato in center of cheese. Gather up salami around cheese and tomato, forming a “rosette” and pressing lightly to hold shape. |
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| 3. |
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving to guests. |