Festive board with an array of meats, cheeses, fruits, and crackers shaped like a Christmas tree.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
03 - 3.5 oz smoked ham, sliced
→ Cheeses
04 - 4.2 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
05 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese, cubed
06 - 3.5 oz fresh mozzarella balls
07 - 2.5 oz brie, cut into 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 (for decoration)
→ Crackers & Bread
15 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers (gluten-free if desired)
16 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Garnishes
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (for tree branches)
18 - Star-shaped cheese slice (cheddar or gouda, for tree topper)
# How to Make It:
01 - Use fresh rosemary sprigs on a large rectangular serving board to outline the silhouette of a Christmas tree.
02 - Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers in a wide horizontal row at the bottom of the board to form the tree base.
03 - Place meats, cheeses, grapes, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and olives in horizontal layers above the base, tapering the arrangement upwards to maintain the tree shape. Alternate colors and textures for visual appeal.
04 - Set a star-shaped cheese slice at the peak of the arrangement as the tree topper.
05 - Fill any empty spaces with additional rosemary sprigs and strips of red bell pepper to enhance decoration.
06 - Serve immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve.
