Make-Ahead Beef & Artichoke Appetizers

Makes 24 appetizers (serving size: 1 skewer)

  • 1 pound sliced 1/8-inch thick Deli roast beef
  • 1/4 cup prepared fat-free Italian dressing
  • 14 ounces quartered, drained Artichoke hearts
  • 1 basket, cut in half cherry tomatoes
  • 6 ounce can, small, pitted, drained ripe olives (optional)
  • 1/4 cup prepared fat-free Italian dressing

1. Place deli roast beef in utility dish; add 1/4 cup dressing, turning to coat.

2. In large bowl, combine artichoke hearts, tomatoes, olives, if desired, and remaining dressing; toss to coat.

3. Remove beef from dressing (one slice at a time); roll up tightly from wide end. Cut into 3/4-inch wide pinwheels.

4. To assemble, alternately thread two beef pinwheels, two artichoke pieces, two tomato halves and two olives, if desired, on each of twenty-four 6-inch bamboo skewers. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Note: Recipe taken from the SD Beef Council: www.sdbeef.org

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