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Easy Charcuterie Skewers for Effortless Entertaining

Easy Charcuterie Skewers are an effortlessly assembled appetizer that combines vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 cup Mini Cheese Tortellini Other pasta shapes can be substituted
  • 6 oz Cured Meats e.g., salami, soppressata, or capicola
  • 8 oz Cheese e.g., extra sharp cheddar, mozzarella
  • 1 cup Stuffed Olives Any type of olives works well
  • 1 cup Baby Sweet Pickles or Cornichons Dill pickles can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Consider using other seasonal vegetables
For the Assembly
  • 1/2 cup Bottled Italian Dressing Homemade dressing is a delightful alternative
  • 6 inches Wooden Skewers Choose 6 or 8-inch lengths based on preferences

Equipment

  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden Skewers
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Mini Cheese Tortellini according to the package instructions in salted boiling water for 3-5 minutes until they float. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Cut the chosen cheese into 1/2-inch cubes for easy assembly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini, cheese cubes, sliced cured meats, stuffed olives, baby sweet pickles, and halved cherry tomatoes. Pour in the bottled Italian dressing and stir gently.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
  5. Assemble the skewers by threading a piece of meat, a cheese cube, tortellini, an olive, a pickle, and a cherry tomato onto each skewer, repeating until filled.
  6. Arrange skewers on a serving platter and keep them upright in a decorative container if not serving immediately. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time.

Notes

Marinate ingredients overnight for enhanced flavor. Serve chilled and keep assembled skewers covered until serving.