A festive star-shaped platter featuring cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and crackers arranged beautifully.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 4.2 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz Manchego, sliced
→ Charcuterie
04 - 2.8 oz Prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz Salami, rolled
→ Fresh Fruits
06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced
→ Crackers & Bread
09 - 1 cup assorted crackers
10 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Nuts & Condiments
11 - ½ cup roasted almonds
12 - ½ cup walnuts
13 - ¼ cup green olives
14 - ¼ cup fig jam or honey
→ Garnish
15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
16 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Position a large star-shaped board or trace a star on parchment paper atop a flat platter.
02 - Distribute cheese wedges and cubes evenly along the star's points and inner sections for visual balance.
03 - Place prosciutto and salami in gentle folds or rolls nestled between cheeses, maintaining the star pattern.
04 - Fill empty spaces with clusters of halved grapes, strawberries, and apple slices to enhance color and texture.
05 - Disperse assorted crackers and baguette slices around and within the star shape for convenient serving.
06 - Place roasted almonds, walnuts, and green olives in remaining gaps to add crunch and flavor contrast.
07 - Present fig jam or honey in a small bowl on the board or alongside for dipping.
08 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optionally edible flowers to enhance festive appearance.
09 - Serve at room temperature to ensure optimal taste and texture.
