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A quintessential American classic, this Cold Cut Platter is the ultimate solution for effortless entertaining or a satisfying family lunch. It features a curated selection of premium deli meats, artisanal cheeses, crisp vegetables, and tangy condiments, all beautifully arranged and ready to be layered onto hearty rye bread for a personalized sandwich experience.
Prepare the fresh vegetables.
Arrange the meats and cheeses on the platter.
Add the vegetables and condiments.
A quintessential American classic, this Cold Cut Platter is the ultimate solution for effortless entertaining or a satisfying family lunch. It features a curated selection of premium deli meats, artisanal cheeses, crisp vegetables, and tangy condiments, all beautifully arranged and ready to be layered onto hearty rye bread for a personalized sandwich experience.
This american recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 850.25 calories per serving with 55.86g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or appetizer.
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Serve the platter.
Incorporate other cured meats like salami, prosciutto, pastrami, or soppressata for a more Italian-inspired platter.
Swap or add other cheeses such as Swiss, Muenster, Havarti, or a spicy pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
Serve with a variety of breads like sourdough slices, pumpernickel, ciabatta rolls, or mini croissants.
Enhance the platter with additional spreads like hummus, olive tapenade, or a creamy horseradish sauce. Add vegetables like roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, or cucumber slices.
The combination of various deli meats and cheeses provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is crucial for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
Deli meats like turkey, ham, and roast beef are good sources of essential B vitamins, particularly B12 and Niacin. These vitamins play a key role in energy metabolism and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
This platter format allows each person to build their meal according to their dietary needs and preferences. You can easily control portion sizes and balance the meal by adding plenty of fresh, nutrient-dense vegetables.
A single serving, including two slices of bread and a moderate amount of meats, cheeses, and condiments, contains approximately 650-800 calories. The final count can vary significantly based on the specific sandwich you build.
While delicious, a traditional cold cut platter is high in sodium and saturated fats. To make it healthier, opt for low-sodium deli meats, load your sandwich with extra vegetables, use whole-grain bread, and be mindful of high-fat condiments like mayonnaise.
You can do most of the prep in advance. The vegetables can be washed and sliced, and condiments placed in bowls a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated. However, for maximum freshness, you should arrange the meats, cheeses, and bread on the platter just before serving.
This platter is very versatile! Besides provolone and cheddar, you could use Swiss, Havarti, Muenster, Colby Jack, or even a soft cheese like fresh mozzarella.
It's best to disassemble the platter for storage. Store each component (meats, cheeses, vegetables) separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. They should stay fresh for up to 3 days.
To make the platter look abundant and appealing, avoid laying the meat slices flat. Instead, try folding them into quarters to form triangles, rolling them into tubes, or gently gathering them into 'rosettes'.
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