A star-themed festive board with cheeses, fruits, meats, and dips arranged for holiday gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz cheddar cheese, sliced 0.4 inch thick
02 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese, sliced 0.4 inch thick
03 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced
→ Cured Meats
04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
05 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
→ Fruits
06 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1 cup green grapes
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
09 - Seeds of 1 small pomegranate
→ Crackers & Bread
10 - 16 round crackers
11 - 8 slices baguette, toasted
→ Vegetables
12 - 1 cup baby carrots
13 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced using star-shaped cutter
14 - 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
→ Dips & Spreads
15 - 1/2 cup hummus
16 - 1/2 cup honey mustard dip
→ Garnishes
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible gold star confetti (optional, food-safe)
# Steps:
01 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut star shapes from cheddar and gouda slices as well as the cucumber slices.
02 - Place star-shaped cheeses, brie wedges, and cured meats in star patterns on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Cluster fruits, vegetables, and crackers around the star shapes, balancing colors and textures on the board.
04 - Place toasted baguette slices, hummus, and honey mustard dip in small bowls or ramekins and add them to the board.
05 - Garnish the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and optionally sprinkle edible gold star confetti for a festive look.
06 - Serve immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match flavors according to their preference.
