Best 6 Baked Antipasto Cheese Bread Recipes

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Baked antipasto cheese bread is a delectable appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of classic Italian antipasto ingredients baked into a crispy, cheesy bread. This flavorful bread is perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a simple weeknight meal. Featuring a combination of savory meats, tangy cheeses, and a medley of bright vegetables, this irresistible dish is sure to please a crowd.

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ANTIPASTO SQUARES



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Layers of roasted red bell pepper and deli meats cheeses are baked inside a crescent roll crust.

Provided by Lori G.

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
¼ pound thinly sliced boiled ham
¼ pound thinly sliced provolone cheese
¼ pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese
¼ pound thinly sliced Genoa salami
¼ pound thinly sliced pepperoni sausage
1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained, cut into thin strips
3 eggs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  • Unroll one package of crescent roll dough, and cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Layer the ham, provolone cheese, Swiss cheese, salami, pepperoni, and red peppers, on top of the dough.
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs lightly, and stir in the parmesan cheese and black pepper. Pour 3/4 of this mixture over the peppers. Unroll the second package of dough, and place over the top of the peppers. Brush with the remaining egg mixture. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove foil, and bake another 10 to 20 minutes, or until dough is fluffy and golden brown. Cut into squares. Serve warm, or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1291.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

ANTIPASTO BREAD



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Whenever I make this recipe at my home or to bring to parties, at least 3 or 4 people ask for the recipe. It seems involved, but it's easy and so worth it. Our friend call it "the" appetizer.

Provided by Mary Close

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) packages Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
1 (12 ounce) jar of mancini sweet roasted red peppers (You can use Cento or Progresso or whatever other brand is available)
1/4 lb baked ham
1/4 lb swiss cheese
1/4 lb genoa salami
1/4 lb provolone cheese
1/4 lb pepperoni
3 eggs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a 9 x 13 ungreased baking pan, unroll one package of crescent rolls, sealing perforations and press dough to edges of pan.
  • Top the crescent roll dough with the ham, swiss, salami, provolone and the pepperoni.
  • Slice the roasted peppers into strips, and lay them on top of the pepperoni layer.
  • Beat 2 eggs with the Parmesan cheese, and pour over the roasted peppers.
  • Top with the second package of crescent rolls, again sealing the perforations as best as you can and pressing dough to the edges of the pan.
  • Beat the last egg and spread on top of the dough.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes more.
  • Let sit at least 10 minutes before cutting into 2 inch squares.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.6, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 56.7, Sodium 605, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1, Protein 8.3

ANTIPASTO BAKE



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Stuffed with savory meats and cheeses, these hearty antipasto squares would satisfy an entire offensive line! The dish comes together quickly and bakes in under an hour, making it the perfect potluck bring-along. Introducing the all-stars in this ooey gooey appetizer: salami, Swiss, pepperoni, Colby-Monterey Jack, prosciutto and provolone. A crisp topping finishes it off. -Brea Barclay, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami
1/4 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese
1/4 pound thinly sliced pepperoni
1/4 pound thinly sliced Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto
1/4 pound thinly sliced provolone cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 large egg yolk, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough into a long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish., Layer meats and cheeses on dough in the order listed. Whisk eggs and seasonings until well blended; pour into dish. Top with roasted pepper., Unroll remaining tube of dough into a long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Place over filling; pinch seams tight. Brush with beaten egg yolk; cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes; remove foil. Bake until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

ANTIPASTO BREAD



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Sauteed vegetables add fresh, robust flavor to these hearty bread slices from Genise Krause of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. For a change of pace, use prosciutto or shaved deli ham instead of salami. GENISE'S TIP: "On extra-busy nights, I sometimes substitute prepared giardiniera for the vegetables to speed things up."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large carrot, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium celery rib, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup prepared pesto
8 thin slices hard salami
4 plum tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cut bread in half lengthwise, then in half widthwise. Place cut side up in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with 2 tablespoons oil. Bake at 450° for 5-8 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute the carrot, green pepper, celery, onion and garlic in remaining oil for 5 minutes or until tender., Spread pesto over bread. Top with salami, tomatoes, carrot mixture and olives. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Cut each piece of bread in half to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

ANTIPASTO SANDWICHES WITH GOAT CHEESE



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From vegetarian times.Sandwiches may be an everyday lunch food, but using artisan bread and flavorful antipasto ingredients elevates a simple sandwich to sophisticated picnic fare. For a vegan variation, omit the goat cheese; instead, spread 1 to 2 Tbs. black olive paste over top and bottom halves of both loaves, then arrange 12 oz. thinly sliced baked or smoke-flavored tofu over roasted peppers and artichokes.

Provided by sugarrushkid

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped, marinade reserved
2 (8 inch) ciabatta or 2 small French baguettes
8 ounces creamy goat cheese
1/4 cup black olive paste (olivada) or 1/4 cup finely chopped pitted kalamata olive
2 cups arugula, rinsed and dried (bagged or fresh)

Steps:

  • Combine red peppers, garlic, black pepper and 2 Tbs. reserved artichoke marinade in mixing bowl; toss to coat.
  • Split focaccia or ciabatta loaves in half horizontally using a serrated knife. Brush insides with some remaining artichoke marinade. Spread goat cheese on bottom halves and black olive paste on top halves. Layer red pepper mixture, artichokes and arugula over goat cheese. Replace bread tops. Using serrated knife, cut each loaf into 4 portions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.5, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 750, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1, Protein 7.4

QUICK AND EASY CHEESE BREAD



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This easy bread is excellent with anything from meatloaf, to soups, to chicken. Tastes wonderful, but is pretty crumbly.

Provided by Elizabeth Sarah

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cheese. In another large bowl, beat together egg, milk and oil. Stir the flour/cheese mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until just moistened. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 317.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread. A crusty Italian loaf or a baguette will work well.
  • Make sure the cheese is melted and bubbly before serving.
  • Use a variety of antipasto ingredients. This will give the bread a more complex flavor.
  • If you don't have any antipasto ingredients on hand, you can use other toppings, such as cooked chicken, bacon, or vegetables.
  • Serve the bread warm with a side of marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

Baked Antipasto Cheese Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for parties or potlucks. With its combination of crispy bread, melted cheese, and flavorful antipasto ingredients, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give Baked Antipasto Cheese Bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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