A stunning holiday centerpiece featuring artfully arranged meat roses paired with cheeses, fruits, and nuts.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 12 slices prosciutto
02 - 12 slices salami
03 - 12 slices soppressata
04 - 8 slices capicola
→ Cheeses
05 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
06 - 3.5 oz manchego, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
08 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, crumbled
→ Fruits
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
12 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
→ Extras & Garnishes
13 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/4 cup olives, green or black
16 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
17 - Edible flowers (optional)
→ Accompaniments
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 box assorted crackers
# How to Make It:
01 - Set a large round serving board or platter on a stable surface.
02 - Drape a slice of meat halfway over the rim of a wine glass. Overlap an additional 4 to 6 slices around the rim creating a circle. Carefully invert the glass onto the board to release the rose shape. Repeat with each type of meat, arranging roses evenly across the board.
03 - Place brie wedges, manchego slices, cheddar cubes, and crumbled goat cheese around the meat roses artistically.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with red and green grapes, pear slices, and scattered pomegranate seeds to add color and texture.
05 - Cluster mixed nuts, dried apricots, and olives in small groups to enhance visual appeal and variety.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs, adding edible flowers if desired for a festive final touch.
07 - Place baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edges of the board or in a separate basket for convenience.
08 - Serve immediately to preserve freshness or refrigerate briefly if preparing in advance.
