A festive tray combining cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweet treats ideal for holiday entertaining.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, log style
→ Meats (optional; omit for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz Smoked turkey breast, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 cup red grapes, washed and halved
09 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
10 - 2 pears, sliced
11 - 1 apple, sliced
12 - ½ cup pomegranate arils
→ Dried Fruits & Nuts
13 - ½ cup dried apricots
14 - ½ cup dried figs, halved
15 - ½ cup candied pecans
16 - ½ cup roasted almonds
→ Crackers & Bread
17 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers (whole wheat, seed, or gluten-free options)
18 - 1 French baguette, sliced
→ Sweet Treats
19 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate pieces
20 - 3.5 oz white chocolate-covered pretzels
21 - ½ cup sugared cranberries (optional)
→ Garnishes
22 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
23 - Fresh thyme sprigs
# Method:
01 - Place a large wooden board or serving tray as the foundation for assembling ingredients.
02 - Distribute firmer cheeses first across the board, followed by softer cheeses positioned in the center or corners for balance.
03 - Fold and neatly arrange cured meats in small piles or rosettes around the cheeses, if including meats.
04 - Cluster fresh fruit slices and grapes strategically for vibrant color and freshness.
05 - Fill remaining spaces with dried fruits, nuts, and sweet treats to create a cohesive presentation.
06 - Position crackers and baguette slices along the edges or in accessible stacks for easy serving.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to impart a wintery fragrance and aesthetic.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to chill prior to serving.
