Visually stunning holiday wreath using cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, and herbs for festive entertaining.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, cut into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, rolled into small balls
04 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
→ Meats (optional, omit for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, folded
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes
08 - 1 cup green grapes
09 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Accompaniments
11 - ½ cup mixed olives
12 - ½ cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
13 - ½ cup mini pickles (cornichons)
→ Garnishes
14 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme
16 - Fresh cranberries (optional, for color)
→ Serving
17 - Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
# How to Make It:
01 - Place a large round serving platter or board as your base.
02 - Arrange fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs around the platter's edge to mimic wreath foliage.
03 - Arrange cheese varieties in clusters around the wreath, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
04 - Place prosciutto and salami in folded or rosette shapes between cheese clusters if including meats.
05 - Nestle grapes, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds among cheese and meats to add sweetness and color.
06 - Fill any remaining spaces with mixed olives, roasted nuts, and mini pickles to complete the arrangement.
07 - Scatter fresh cranberries over the platter for a festive accent, if desired.
08 - Place assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath to complement the platter.
09 - Serve the platter immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
