Itialian Themed potluck on thursday & I dont know what to bring?

Question

By the time it got to me there was not much left, there is one person bringing a lasgna made with raviolis and another is brining spaghetti so the main is taken care of we are about 13 people and the things that were signed up for were salad, fruit salad, cake and ice cream , breadsticks, drink and papergoods. We are in a training room and there is nowhere to cook anything except maybe a microwave. Anyway I signed up for utensils but to me that doesnt count but i dont know what else would go with those foods cause that is 2 pastas with meat and thats heavy enough.

I need ideas, please help!

Answer 1

Easy Tirimisu.

Italian sponge finger biscuits 'savioradi' or something like that, dip each one in strong coffee very quickly, no milk, line lasagne style container with wet sponge fingers cover with whipped chream, grated chocolate, repeat process grate chocolate on top, leave in fridge overnight so it all sets, you could put suitable fruit in between layers, those pitted sour cherries in the jar are good.  Its not very traditional but it is very yummy, google a recipe for the authentic version.  There will be enough of that for 13 and you don't have to cook a thing!

Answer 2

Here's an easy DO AHEAD appetizer:

MARINATED MUSHROOMS (Antipasto di Funghi Crudi)

1 lb. mushromms (cleaned & cut into slices)

1/4 c. lemon juice

1/2 c. olive oil

2 green onions (sliced, with the tops)

1/4 c. chopped parsley

1 clove garlic, finely chopped

3/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. ground pepper

paprika & parsley sprigs

      Mix mushrooms & lemon juice in large bowl.  Stir in oil, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt & pepper and toss.  Cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, at least 3 hours (or put into a large jar).....  Just before serving, sprinkle with paprika and garnish with parsley sprigs.  Serve with toothpicks or grissini (those really skinny, long breadsticks at the grocery)

ANCHOVY & GARLIC DIP (Bagna Cauda)

2 cans (2 oz each) anchovy fillets

1/2 c. softened butter

2 cloves garlic, cut into halves

snipped parsley .....  Vegetables to dip

      Drain anchovies; reserve 1 TB oil.  Place anchovies, reserved oil, butter &garlic in blender.  Cover and blend on medium, scraping sides frequently, about 1 min.  Garnish with parsley.  Serve room temp with veggie dippers.....

Answer 3

GARLIC BREAD

Answer 4

how about some tasty meatballs?

could be good served w/ pasta dishes or as a appetizer.

I find them easy to make and always enjoyed.

Answer 5

Try surfing the net for a light and fruity drink. Everyone will probably be expecting sodas so it you may score big by showing up with something off the charts.

Answer 6

Caprese Salad

3 vine-ripe tomatoes, 1/4-inch thick slices

1 pound fresh mozzarella, 1/4-inch thick slices

20 to 30 leaves (about 1 bunch) fresh basil

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Coarse salt and pepper

Layer alternating slices of tomatoes and mozzarella, adding a basil leaf between each, on a large, shallow platter. Drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Very easy and delicious!!

You could also make an antipasto platter.