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Charcuterie Tree

Create a Festive Charcuterie Tree for Your Next Holiday Gathering

The Charcuterie Tree is a stunning appetizer that impresses at gatherings, combining savory and sweet flavors in an elegant display.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: International
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Meats
  • 200 grams Assorted cured meats variety like salami, prosciutto, and pepperoni
Cheeses
  • 200 grams Assorted cheeses hard and soft cheeses like cheddar, gouda, or brie
Fruits
  • 1 cup Fresh grapes
  • 1 cup Apple slices
Crunch
  • 100 grams Mixed nuts blend of almonds and walnuts
Briny Touch
  • 100 grams Olives mix of green and black olives
Decoration
  • 2 stems Fresh herbs rosemary or parsley
Optional Sweetness
  • 50 grams Honey or fruit preserves for drizzling
Serving
  • 1 box Crackers or breadsticks variety for pairing

Equipment

  • Large wooden board or platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Board: Start by selecting a large wooden board or platter, laying it flat on your table. Ensure it’s clean and ready to display your creation.
  2. Shape the Meats: Begin arranging the cured meats in a triangular formation to create the shape of a tree. Layer different varieties like salami and prosciutto.
  3. Add the Cheeses: Cut assorted cheeses into fun shapes and layer them next to and on top of the cured meats.
  4. Incorporate the Fresh Fruits: Place clusters of fresh fruits like grapes and apple slices throughout the arrangement.
  5. Fill with Nuts and Olives: Sprinkle mixed nuts and olives around the tree, filling in gaps.
  6. Create the Tree Trunk: Take fresh herbs and arrange them at the base of the tree.
  7. Optional Sweet Drizzle: Drizzle honey or fruit preserves over the cheeses.
  8. Serve with Crackers: Arrange an assortment of crackers or breadsticks on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Consider assembling the Charcuterie Tree just before serving.

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