A visually stunning board featuring cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and savory accompaniments arranged as a tree.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, formed into small balls
→ Meats
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz soppressata, sliced
→ Fruits
08 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
09 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
11 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
12 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary (for garnish)
→ Accompaniments
13 - 1/2 cup mixed olives
14 - 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts
15 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
16 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
→ Crackers & Breads
17 - 1 box assorted crackers (gluten-free optional)
18 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Decoration
19 - 1 small star-shaped piece of yellow cheese (tree topper)
20 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (to mimic tree branches)
# How to Make It:
01 - On a large rectangular or wooden board, sketch a triangle as a guide for the tree shape using parchment paper if desired.
02 - Starting at the bottom, layer meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments alternately to fill the triangle, grouping similar ingredients for visual harmony.
03 - Insert rosemary sprigs between the layers to emulate pine branches.
04 - Position the star-shaped yellow cheese at the peak of the tree as a topper.
05 - Arrange crackers and baguette slices around the base of the tree.
06 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and roasted nuts throughout for contrast and texture.
07 - Fill any remaining spaces with extra fruits or nuts for fullness.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.
