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.