Festive assortment of meats, cheeses, fruits, and crackers shaped like a Christmas tree for holiday entertaining.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - On a large rectangular serving board, arrange rosemary sprigs to form the outline of a Christmas tree.
02 - Place sliced baguette and crackers in a wide row at the bottom of the rosemary outline to create the tree base.
03 - Above the base, arrange sliced meats, cheeses, grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and olives in horizontal rows, gradually narrowing toward the top to shape the tree. Alternate colors and textures for visual balance.
04 - Position the star-shaped cheese slice at the uppermost point of the tree shape as a topper.
05 - Use additional rosemary sprigs and red bell pepper strips to fill any gaps and enhance the festive decoration.
06 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
