Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Choose a large serving board that can accommodate a Christmas tree shape
- Form an even triangle outline on the board using a piece of string, then secure each of the three corners to the board with tape to hold the shape
- Arrange a single layer of Crackers along the bottom edge of the string triangle to create the first row of your tree
- Place sticks of your 6 to 8 ounces of semi-hard cheeses (gouda, cheddar, and havarti) in a row directly above the crackers
- Add 10 to 15 red grapes in a neat row above the cheese sticks
- Create two rows using the 2 to 3 mini cucumbers sliced into rounds, placing them directly above the red grapes
- Mound the 1/2 cup of marcona almonds in a row above the cucumber layers, filling the space evenly
- Form two layers using the 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries, arranging them above the marcona almonds
- Place a good amount of cubed 6 to 8 ounces of semi-hard cheeses (gouda, cheddar, and havarti) in a row above the raspberries
- Fold the 3 ounces of salami into quarters or halves and arrange them in a layer above the cubed cheese
- Fill in the next section above the salami with additional Crackers
- Top the tree by cutting a piece of your semi-hard cheese into a festive shape like a star or snowflake (if desired) or simply place a small wedge of cheese at the very peak of the triangle
- Scatter the 1/4 cup of candied ginger amongst the arranged ingredients to add sparkle, and distribute the handful of olives throughout the board as ornaments
- Garnish the board by wedging the 4 to 5 sprigs of fresh rosemary between some of the rows to enhance the evergreen tree appearance
- Carefully remove the string from the board
- Serve the Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board immediately with Honey on the side for drizzling
