ASPARAGUS ANTIPASTO Servings: 6
8 asparagus spears 3/4 c. vinegarette
6 slices proscuito, thin sliced 6 figs
6 pepperoncini 6 calamata olives
1 oz. linguini 6 oysters
1/2 oz. grappa 6 slices bel paese
Marinate asparagus in vinegarette for 24 hours. Wrap figs in proscuito.
Wrap asparagus in linguini. Shuck oysters, top with grappa.
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VINEGARETTE (marinade) Servings:
1/2 c. olive oil 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1 T. garlic, pureed 1 tsp. basil
Combine all ingredients, mix thoroughly. Pour over vegetables to
marinate.