Italian Pinwheels (Printable Version)
Savory rolled tortillas with Italian meats, cheese, and fresh vegetables.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
→ Meats
03 - 4 oz sliced Genoa salami
04 - 4 oz sliced ham
05 - 4 oz sliced pepperoni
→ Vegetables
06 - 1/2 cup roasted red pepper strips, patted dry and chopped
07 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
→ Bread
08 - 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
10 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Combine softened cream cheese, chopped roasted red peppers, shredded cheese, Italian seasoning, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and well blended.
02 - Lay a tortilla on a clean surface. Spread one quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly across the entire surface, extending to the edges.
03 - Distribute equal portions of salami, ham, and pepperoni over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
04 - Scatter baby spinach leaves over the meat layer, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Roll tortilla tightly from one edge to form a compact log. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
06 - Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.
07 - Remove plastic wrap and slice rolls crosswise into 1-inch pieces. Arrange on platter and serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They disappear faster than you can say appetizer and people actually ask for the recipe
- You can make them the night before and slice right before serving which is basically hosting magic
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- Cutting with a serrated knife in a gentle sawing motion keeps the fillings from squishing out
- Letting the cream cheese come to room temperature makes the difference between easy spreading and torn tortillas
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- If your tortillas are stiff, microwave them for 15 seconds before spreading the filling
- Use dental floss instead of a knife for perfectly clean slices without squishing