Antipasto Salad with Basil Dressing

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   Char peppers directly over gas flame or under broiler until blackened on all sides.

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   Enclose in paper bag; let stand 10 minutes.

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   Peel, seed, and slice peppers thinly.

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   Combine basil leaves, garlic, and salt in processor and blend to coarse puree.

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   With machine running, gradually blend in oil.

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   Transfer basil oil to small bowl.

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   (Peppers and basil oil can be made 1 day ahead.

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   Cover separately and chill.)

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   Arrange ingredients on a large platter or in a large, shallow bowl, i.

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    e.

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    ,prosciutto around outside, cheese slices within circle of prosciutto and tomatoes within circle of cheese, top with pepper strips (or however you think it will look better).

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    Sprinkle salad with olives; drizzle with some basil oil.

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    Serve with remaining basil oil at table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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