Save A stunning and festive charcuterie centerpiece featuring elegantly arranged meat roses, perfect for holiday gatherings and parties.
This recipe has become my go-to for entertaining because it impresses guests with minimal effort and no cooking required.
Ingredients
- Meats: 12 slices prosciutto, 12 slices salami, 12 slices soppressata, 8 slices capicola
- Cheeses: 150 g brie cut into wedges, 100 g manchego sliced, 100 g cheddar cubed, 80 g goat cheese crumbled
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup green grapes, 1 small pomegranate seeds only, 1 pear thinly sliced
- Extras & Garnishes: 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts), 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup olives (green or black), Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
- Accompaniments: 1 baguette sliced, 1 box assorted crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Prepare a large round serving board or platter.
- Step 2:
- To make meat roses: a Take a wine glass and drape a slice of meat halfway over the rim. b Overlap with additional slices circling the rim until 5&7 slices are used. c Gently invert the glass onto the board releasing the rose. d Repeat with each type of meat arranging roses across the board.
- Step 3:
- Arrange cheese wedges slices and cubes around the meat roses.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with grapes pear slices and pomegranate seeds.
- Step 5:
- Add nuts dried fruit and olives in small clusters for visual interest.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh herbs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Step 7:
- Place baguette slices and crackers along the edges or in a separate basket.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly until serving.
Save This charcuterie bouquet always sparks joy and conversation when shared with family during holidays.
Notes
For extra color use a variety of cured meats and cheeses Add honey or fig jam for a sweet accent Swap in gluten-free crackers for dietary needs Pair with sparkling wine or a light red
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Wine glass to shape roses Sharp knife Small bowls for nuts olives or spreads
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 21 g Protein 15 g per serving
Save This meat rose bouquet is a beautiful and effortless centerpiece that elevates any festive table.