A festive charcuterie board featuring meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts arranged as a Christmas tree.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, wedged
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 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
12 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary (for garnish)
→ Accompaniments
13 - ½ cup mixed olives
14 - ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts
15 - ½ cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
16 - ½ 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 - Place a large rectangular or wooden board and sketch a triangle using parchment paper as a guide for the shape.
02 - Starting from the bottom, layer meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments alternately, grouping similar items for visual appeal within the triangle.
03 - Insert rosemary sprigs between layers to imitate the appearance of evergreen branches.
04 - Place the star-shaped piece of yellow cheese at the apex as a decorative topper.
05 - Arrange crackers and baguette slices around the base to complete the presentation.
06 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and nuts throughout for added color and texture; fill any gaps with extra fruits or nuts as desired.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
