A festive board combining cured meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweets for holiday gatherings.
# Components:
→ Cured Meats
01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz soppressata
→ Cheeses
04 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
05 - 5.3 oz brie, sliced
06 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled
→ Seasonal Fruits
08 - 1 cup red grapes
09 - 1 cup green grapes
10 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
11 - 2 pears, sliced
12 - 1 apple, sliced
→ Nuts & Crunch
13 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
14 - 1/2 cup candied walnuts
15 - 1/2 cup pistachios
16 - 1 cup assorted crackers (gluten-free if needed)
→ Sweet Treats
17 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate pieces
18 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
19 - 1/2 cup honey or fig jam
→ Garnish
20 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
21 - Sugared cranberries (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter for easy serving access.
02 - Fold or roll cured meats and position them around the cheeses to create visual appeal.
03 - Distribute small clusters of grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple, and pear slices throughout the board for color and freshness.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with nuts, assorted crackers, and sweet treats to ensure a balanced assortment.
05 - Place small bowls or ramekins containing honey or fig jam on the board.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optionally add sugared cranberries to enhance the festive presentation.
07 - Present immediately to guests, ensuring varied textures and flavors in each serving section.
