An eye-catching holiday board layered with savory meats, cheeses, fruits, and crisp crackers.
# Components:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz sliced salami
02 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
03 - 3.5 oz sliced smoked ham
→ Cheeses
04 - 4.25 oz cubed cheddar cheese
05 - 4.25 oz cubed gouda cheese
06 - 3.5 oz fresh mozzarella balls
07 - 2.5 oz brie wedges
→ Fruits & Vegetables
08 - 1 cup green grapes
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
12 - ½ cup black olives
13 - ½ cup green olives
14 - 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
→ Crackers & Bread
15 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers (gluten-free optional)
16 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Garnishes
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Star-shaped cheese slice (cheddar or gouda)
# Directions:
01 - Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs on a large rectangular serving board to outline the shape of a Christmas tree.
02 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers in a wide row at the bottom of the board to establish the tree base.
03 - Build horizontal layers above the base by alternating meats, cheeses, grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and olives, tapering the rows to maintain a tree shape while varying colors and textures.
04 - Position the star-shaped cheese slice at the apex of the arrangement as a decorative topper.
05 - Fill any remaining gaps with additional rosemary sprigs and red bell pepper strips to enhance visual appeal.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.
