Traditional antipasto items are stacked between layers of focaccia, an airy, dimpled Italian flatbread, and all is blanketed with herbed mascarpone.
Ingredients
One 8-inch round loaf focaccia
1/4 cup artichoke-lemon pesto
2 whole roasted red peppers, patted dry (one 8-ounce jar)
1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
1/4 cup prepared black-olive tapenade
4 ounces prosciutto, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
1 pound mascarpone cheese
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Grape or cherry tomatoes, for garnish
Marinated artichoke hearts, drained, for garnish
Assorted olives, for garnish
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Directions
- Slice focaccia horizontally into three even layers. Using an offset spatula, spread artichoke-lemon pesto evenly over bottom layer. Top with peppers and three tablespoons basil pesto. Cover with middle bread layer; spread with an even layer of tapenade. Top with prosciutto, basil, and final bread layer.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat mascarpone and remaining basil pesto until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Using an offset spatula, spread mascarpone cheese mixture evenly over cake. Transfer to a serving platter. Place in refrigerator until very firm, at least one hour or overnight. Remove from refrigerator; garnish with prosciutto, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and basil.
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