Salami Sun Dried Tomato Wedges Recipes

ITALIAN SAUSAGE & SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles. Stir in tomatoes, garlic, fennel seed and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer., Add wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cream; cook 1 minute longer. Add spinach; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta; add to sausage mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Sprinkle with crushed croutons and remaining cheese.

SALAMI & SUN-DRIED TOMATO WEDGES

Steps:

• Blend or process half the cheese with basil until smooth.
• Blend or process remaining cheese separately with tomatoes until smooth.
• Cut rounds from the bread the same size as the salami.
• Spread a slice of salami with basil mixture, top with a bread round.
• Spread bread with tomato mixture, top with a slice of salami.
• repeat with remaining salami, basil mixture, bread and tomato mixture, making 10 stacks.
• Cover, refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• Just before serving, cut stacks into 4 wedges, top each wedge with half an olive, secure with a toothpick.
• Can be prepared 3 hours ahead.
• Store covered in refrigerator.
• Not suitable to freeze.
• Preparation time does not include refrigeration time.

FUSILLI WITH SAUSAGE, ARTICHOKES, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat the oil reserved from the tomatoes in a heavy large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sausages and cook until brown, breaking up the meat into bite-size pieces with a fork, about 8 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a bowl. Add the artichokes and garlic to the same skillet, and saute over medium heat until the garlic is tender, about 2 minutes. Add the broth, wine, and sun-dried tomatoes. Boil over medium-high heat until the sauce reduces slightly, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli in boiling water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta (do not rinse). Add the pasta, sausage, 1/2 cup Parmesan, basil, and parsley to the artichoke mixture. Toss until the sauce is almost absorbed by the pasta. Stir in the mozzarella. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve, passing the additional Parmesan cheese alongside.

FESTIVE TOMATO WEDGES

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients except tomatoes,in a screw top jar,cover and shake.
• Place tomato wedges in a bowl and pour marinade over all.
• Stir gently to coat.
• Chill several hours,stirring once.

SALAMI WEDGES

Steps:

• Combine the cream cheese filling and spread between salami slices.
• Stack to 4 slices then chill for up to an hour (or before serving time)
• Cut into 4 wedges. Dip sides into parsley.

SUN-DRIED TOMATO POTATO WEDGES

Steps:

• Cut potatoes into long fairly thick wedges-no need to peel.
• Par-boil in water over medium heat about 3-5 minutes.
• Drain and toss to coat with salad dressing while still warm.
• Spray a shallow baking dish with no-stick spray and add potatoes.
• Bake in 350 oven for 30 minutes turning once or until golden and crispy.