Festive platter with cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and crackers arranged in a holiday bow shape.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz sharp cheddar, cubed
02 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced
03 - 4.2 oz gouda, cubed
→ Cured Meats
04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
06 - 1 cup red grapes
07 - 1 cup green grapes
08 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
09 - 1 apple, sliced
→ Crackers & Bread
10 - 1 baguette, sliced
11 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
→ Nuts & Extras
12 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
13 - 1/2 cup marinated olives
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/3 cup honey or fig jam
→ Garnishes
16 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
17 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Method:
01 - On a large rectangular or oval platter, lightly sketch the outline of a bow using parchment paper as a guide if desired.
02 - Place cheeses along the loops and center of the bow, spacing them for visual appeal.
03 - Fold and layer prosciutto and salami in gentle waves or rosettes next to the cheeses.
04 - Fill in the bow with clusters of red and green grapes, pomegranate seeds, and apple slices.
05 - Arrange baguette slices and assorted crackers around the edges or in the tails of the bow.
06 - Distribute roasted almonds, marinated olives, and dried apricots in small piles throughout for color and texture contrast.
07 - Spoon honey or fig jam into a small bowl and nestle it into the platter.
08 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
09 - Present immediately, replenishing ingredients as needed.
