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a holiday Christmas tree board with cheese, olives and nuts

Christmas Tree Cheese & Olive Board


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  • Author: Debi

Description

Learn how to make a beautiful cheese, olive and nut board in the shape of a Christmas tree – so festive for the holidays!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz. White Cheddar Cheese, cubed
  • 8 oz. Yellow Cheddar Cheese, cubed
  • 8 oz. Prosciutto or Salami (or a mix of the two!)
  • 8 oz. Olives (Black or Green)
  • 8 oz. Grapes (Red or Green)
  • ¼ Cup Almonds
  • Cherry Tomatoes or Cranberries (optional for garnish)
  • 5 Sprigs Rosemary (optional for garnish)

EQUIPMENT (Optional)


Instructions

  • Prep Your Ingredients:

    • Cube the white and yellow cheddar cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
    • Slice the prosciutto and salami if necessary.
    • Wash and dry the grapes thoroughly.

    Start with the Olives:

    • Begin at the middle-bottom of the Christmas tree-shaped board, placing a row of olives.

    Layer the Prosciutto:

    • Directly above the olives, add a layer of prosciutto. Fold or roll the slices to add texture and volume, keeping the shape of the tree.

    Add the Yellow Cheddar:

    • Next up, create a layer of yellow cheddar cubes. Make sure the layer is even and extends slightly narrower than the prosciutto layer.

    Layer the White Cheddar:

    • Next, add a layer of white cheddar cubes above the yellow cheddar.

    Finish with Grapes at the Top:

    • Place a cluster of grapes at the very top of the tree, just above the olives. This will create a festive and colorful “tree topper.”

    Fill the Bottom Layer:

    • Use the sliced salami to fill in the bottom layer of the tree. Arrange the salami slices neatly to create a solid base.

    Create the Stem:

    • Form the trunk of the tree by placing a small row of almonds at the bottom of the board.

    Final Touches:

    • Scatter cherry tomatoes or cranberries throughout the tree as “ornaments” for a pop of color.
    • Add sprigs of rosemary around the board for a festive, holiday feel.

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