A festive platter featuring cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and herbs arranged in a holiday wreath shape.
# What You Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, cut into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, rolled into small balls
04 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
→ Meats (optional)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, folded
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes
08 - 1 cup green grapes
09 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Accompaniments
11 - ½ cup mixed olives
12 - ½ cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
13 - ½ cup mini pickles (cornichons)
→ Garnishes
14 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme
16 - Fresh cranberries (optional)
→ Serving
17 - Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
# How to Make:
01 - Arrange a large round serving platter or board as the foundation.
02 - Place fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs evenly around the platter’s edge to create the wreath’s foliage.
03 - Distribute cheese varieties in clusters spaced evenly around the wreath, alternating colors and textures.
04 - Insert folded prosciutto and salami rosettes or folds between cheese clusters if using meats.
05 - Nestle grapes, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds among cheeses and meats for vibrant color and sweetness.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with mixed olives, roasted nuts, and mini pickles.
07 - Scatter fresh cranberries over the wreath for an extra festive appearance, if desired.
08 - Place assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath for serving.
09 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.
