Elegant centerpiece combining meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts for festive holiday gatherings.
# 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 - ½ cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
14 - ½ cup dried apricots
15 - ¼ 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 - Arrange a large round serving board or platter for assembling the centerpiece.
02 - Drape a slice of meat halfway over the rim of a wine glass, then overlap 4 to 6 more slices circling the rim. Carefully invert the glass onto the board to release the rose. Repeat for each meat variety and position roses evenly across the board.
03 - Place brie wedges, manchego slices, cheddar cubes, and crumbled goat cheese around the meat roses to create visual balance.
04 - Fill empty spaces with clusters of red and green grapes, thin pear slices, and scattered pomegranate seeds.
05 - Distribute mixed nuts, dried apricots, and olives in small groups to add texture and color variety.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary, thyme sprigs, and optionally edible flowers for a festive appearance.
07 - Place baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edges or in a separate basket for easy access.
08 - Serve immediately or chill briefly before presentation to maintain freshness.
