Elegant arrangement of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts for a festive holiday centerpiece.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 12 slices prosciutto
02 - 12 slices salami
03 - 12 slices soppressata
04 - 8 slices capicola
→ Cheeses
05 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
06 - 3.5 oz manchego, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
08 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, crumbled
→ Fruits
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
12 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
→ Extras & Garnishes
13 - ½ cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
14 - ½ cup dried apricots
15 - ¼ cup olives (green or black)
16 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
17 - Edible flowers (optional)
→ Accompaniments
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 box assorted crackers
# Directions:
01 - Arrange a large round serving board or platter for the display.
02 - Using a wine glass, drape one slice of meat halfway over the rim. Overlap with 4 to 6 additional slices circling the rim, then gently invert the glass onto the board to release the rose. Repeat with each type of meat, spacing roses evenly.
03 - Place cheese wedges, slices, and cubes around the meat roses to create variety.
04 - Fill remaining gaps with red and green grapes, pear slices, and pomegranate seeds for color and freshness.
05 - Distribute clusters of mixed nuts, dried apricots, and olives across the board. Garnish with fresh rosemary, thyme sprigs, and optional edible flowers for a festive presentation.
06 - Place baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edges or in a separate container.
07 - Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly before serving to maintain freshness.
