Elegant bouquet of meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts designed for festive holiday presentations.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 12 slices prosciutto
02 - 12 slices salami
03 - 12 slices soppressata
04 - 8 slices capicola
→ Cheeses
05 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
06 - 3.5 oz manchego, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
08 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, crumbled
→ Fruits
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
12 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
→ Extras & Garnishes
13 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/4 cup olives (green or black)
16 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
17 - Edible flowers (optional)
→ Accompaniments
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 box assorted crackers
# How-To Steps:
01 - Arrange a large round serving board or platter on a stable surface.
02 - Use a wine glass to shape meat roses by draping a slice of meat halfway over the rim, overlapping 5 to 7 slices around it, then gently invert the glass onto the board to release the rose. Repeat for each meat variety and arrange across the board.
03 - Place brie wedges, manchego slices, cheddar cubes, and crumbled goat cheese evenly around the meat roses.
04 - Fill spaces with red and green grapes, thin pear slices, and pomegranate seeds to add color and texture.
05 - Distribute mixed nuts, dried apricots, and olives in small clusters to enhance visual appeal.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs along with edible flowers for a festive finish.
07 - Place baguette slices and assorted crackers at the edges or in a separate basket for easy serving.
08 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate briefly to maintain freshness until ready to serve.
