A visually festive charcuterie shaped like a Christmas tree with cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and savory elements.
# What You’ll 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 - 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
12 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary, for garnish
→ Accompaniments
13 - 0.5 cup mixed olives
14 - 0.5 cup marinated artichoke hearts
15 - 0.5 cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
16 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Crackers & Breads
17 - 1 box assorted crackers (gluten-free if desired)
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:
01 - On a large rectangular or wooden serving board, outline a triangle using parchment paper as a guide if desired.
02 - Starting from the bottom, arrange alternating layers of meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments within the triangular outline, grouping similar items together for an appealing presentation.
03 - Insert rosemary sprigs between layers to imitate the appearance of tree branches.
04 - Set the star-shaped piece of yellow cheese at the top of the assembled triangle as the tree's topper.
05 - Arrange crackers and baguette slices around the base of the tree to complete the presentation.
06 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and roasted nuts throughout the assembly to add visual contrast and texture.
07 - Fill any remaining gaps with extra fruits or nuts to ensure fullness and balance.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
