Savory meats and artisan cheeses shaped as roses with fruits, nuts, and savory accents perfect for sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz salami
03 - 3.5 oz coppa or soppressata
→ Cheeses
04 - 4.2 oz sliced brie
05 - 4.2 oz sliced manchego
06 - 4.2 oz sliced sharp cheddar
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ½ cup fresh figs, quartered (optional, seasonal)
→ Nuts & Extras
11 - ½ cup roasted almonds
12 - ½ cup marcona almonds
13 - ¼ cup shelled pistachios
→ Accompaniments
14 - ½ cup green olives
15 - ½ cup mixed olives
16 - ½ cup cornichons
17 - ½ 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)
# Directions:
01 - Arrange a large wooden board or platter for assembling the elements.
02 - Fold prosciutto, salami, and coppa slices lengthwise in half, roll tightly into rose shapes, and secure bases if required. Cluster these as the central focal point.
03 - Slice cheeses thinly and fan them around the meat roses to simulate petals.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with fresh and dried fruits, grouping by color for aesthetic appeal.
05 - Scatter nuts across the board and place small bowls containing olives, cornichons, and honey or fig jam strategically around.
06 - Position gluten-free crackers or crostini on edges or in a separate basket as preferred.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a garden-inspired appearance. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before service.
