Celebrate with a festive evergreen-shaped board featuring cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers in 25 minutes.
# What you need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4 oz sharp cheddar, cubed
02 - 4 oz gouda, cubed
03 - 4 oz brie, sliced into wedges
→ Charcuterie (optional for vegetarian)
04 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
→ Fresh Vegetables
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
07 - 1 cup broccoli florets
08 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - 0.5 pomegranate, seeds only
12 - 0.5 cup dried cranberries
→ Nuts & Extras
13 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
14 - 0.5 cup shelled pistachios
15 - 0.25 cup fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
→ Crackers & Dips
16 - 1 box assorted crackers
17 - 0.5 cup hummus
18 - 0.5 cup whole grain mustard
# How to make it:
01 - On a large wooden board or platter, sketch a rough outline of a tree shape using a pencil or parchment paper as a guide, if desired.
02 - Distribute broccoli florets and sugar snap peas along the branches of the tree, using cucumber slices to define the edges.
03 - Place cubes and wedges of cheddar, gouda, and brie evenly across the branches to provide flavor and visual variety.
04 - Layer thin slices of salami and prosciutto in loose folds between the cheese and vegetables; omit or substitute with additional vegetables for a vegetarian option.
05 - Fill empty spaces with clusters of red and green grapes, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries for bursts of color and sweetness.
06 - Evenly distribute roasted almonds and pistachios throughout the board.
07 - Use assorted crackers to form the trunk of the tree at the base of the arrangement.
08 - Tuck fresh rosemary sprigs throughout the branches for a fragrant, evergreen appearance.
09 - Serve hummus and whole grain mustard in small bowls alongside or on the board for easy dipping.
10 - Refrigerate the board until ready to serve, then present immediately to maintain freshness.
