Italian Bread Appetizer Recipe

Name: Italian Bread Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter melted; 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped fresh; 1 pound frozen bread dough thawed; 1/4 pound genoa salami thin deli sliced; 6 ounces provolone cheese deli sliced, cut into strips; 1/4 cup green olives sliced, stuffed; 2 green onions sliced; 1 egg beaten; 1 teaspoon water; poppy seed optional

Servings: persons

1
Stir together butter and garlic in bowl. Roll out bread dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch square. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet; brush with butter mixture.
2
Layer salami, cheese, olives and onions in in a 3-inch strip down center of dough to within 1/2-inch of top and bottom, leaving 4-1/2 inches of dough on each side of filling.
3
Cut twelve 3-inch long strips, 1-inch apart, along both sides of filling. Fold strips across filling at an angle, alternating sides to give a braided effect. Pinch dough at bottom and top to seal.
4
Cover; let rise in a warm place 30-45 minutes or until almost double in size. Combine egg and water in a bowl; brush over braid. Sprinkle with poppy seed, if desired.
5
Preheat oven to 350u00b0 F. Bake 25-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheet; cool 10 minutes. Cut into 16 equally sized slices.

257

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter melted, 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped fresh, 1 pound frozen bread dough thawed, 1/4 pound genoa salami thin deli sliced, and more.

Yes, Italian Bread Appetizer falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Bread Appetizer

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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