A visually stunning holiday wreath featuring cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, and herbs.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, cut into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, rolled into small balls
04 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
→ Meats (optional, omit for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, folded
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes
08 - 1 cup green grapes
09 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
10 - 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
→ Accompaniments
11 - 0.5 cup mixed olives
12 - 0.5 cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
13 - 0.5 cup mini pickles (cornichons)
→ Garnishes
14 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme
16 - Fresh cranberries (optional, for color)
→ Serving
17 - Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
# Directions:
01 - Place a large round serving platter or board on your workspace as the foundation.
02 - Arrange fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs around the platter's edge to simulate wreath greenery.
03 - Place clusters of cheeses evenly around the wreath, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
04 - Insert folded or rosette-shaped prosciutto and salami between cheese sections if using meats.
05 - Nestle grapes, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds among cheeses and meats to add color and sweetness.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with mixed olives, roasted nuts, and mini pickles to ensure fullness.
07 - Scatter fresh cranberries on top for a festive touch, if desired.
08 - Position crackers and/or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath for serving.
09 - Present immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
