A festive board arranged as a Christmas tree with cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and savory accompaniments.
# What You 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, rolled 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 if preferred)
18 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Decoration
19 - 1 small star-shaped piece of yellow cheese for tree topper
20 - Fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble tree branches
# How to Make:
01 - Place a large rectangular or wooden serving board on your workspace. Using parchment paper, sketch a triangle shape to guide the arrangement.
02 - Starting from the base of the triangle, arrange alternating layers of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments, grouping similar types for a cohesive appearance.
03 - Insert fresh rosemary sprigs between layers to mimic pine branches and add visual greenery.
04 - Place the star-shaped piece of yellow cheese at the apex of the triangle to complete the tree shape.
05 - Surround the bottom edges of the tree with crackers and baguette slices to create a base.
06 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and roasted nuts across the board for bursts of color and texture.
07 - Fill any empty spaces with additional fruits, nuts, or accompaniments to achieve a lush and abundant presentation.
08 - Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
