A stunning board featuring meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and elegant rose-shaped arrangements for special occasions.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz salami
03 - 3.5 oz coppa or soppressata
→ Cheeses
04 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced
05 - 4.2 oz manchego, sliced
06 - 4.2 oz sharp cheddar, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
10 - 1/2 cup fresh figs, quartered (optional, seasonal)
→ Nuts & Extras
11 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
12 - 1/2 cup marcona almonds
13 - 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
→ Accompaniments
14 - 1/2 cup green olives
15 - 1/2 cup mixed olives
16 - 1/2 cup cornichons
17 - 1/2 cup honey or fig jam
18 - 1 box gluten-free crackers or crostini (optional; verify gluten-free status)
→ Garnishes
19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Edible flowers (e.g., nasturtium, pansy; optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Select a large wooden charcuterie board or platter and ensure it's clean and dry before assembling.
02 - Fold prosciutto, salami, and coppa slices lengthwise in half, then tightly roll each slice to mimic rose shapes, securing bases with toothpicks if necessary. Arrange these clusters prominently on the board.
03 - Fan sliced brie, manchego, and sharp cheddar around the meat roses to simulate petals, creating a layered floral effect.
04 - Fill the gaps with halved grapes and strawberries, dried apricots, and optional fresh figs, grouping by color for visual balance.
05 - Scatter roasted and marcona almonds along with pistachios evenly, then place small bowls of green olives, mixed olives, cornichons, and honey or fig jam strategically around the board.
06 - Position gluten-free crackers or crostini along the edges or in a separate basket to complement the selection.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers to enhance the garden-inspired presentation.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover the board and refrigerate for up to two hours prior to serving to maintain freshness.
