Evergreen Wreath Board Delight (Print Version)

Festive board showcasing cheeses, fruits, nuts, and herbs arranged around creamy dip.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Brie cheese, sliced into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, cut into rounds

→ Cured Meats (optional)

04 - 2.8 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
07 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
08 - 0.5 cup pomegranate arils

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
10 - 0.5 cup mini cucumbers, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

11 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
12 - 0.5 cup mixed olives (green and black)
13 - 0.25 cup dried cranberries

→ Foliage

14 - 6–8 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - A few small olive branches, thoroughly washed, edible varieties

→ Center Dip

16 - 1 cup whipped feta dip or hummus
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
18 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Place a small bowl in the center of a large round serving platter and fill it with whipped feta dip or hummus. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper.
02 - Position rosemary sprigs and olive branches in a circular form around the bowl to establish the wreath outline.
03 - Evenly distribute Brie wedges, aged cheddar cubes, and goat cheese rounds around the wreath base, alternating varieties to showcase contrasting colors and textures.
04 - Fold or roll prosciutto and salami slices, tucking them between cheese pieces. Omit this step for a vegetarian presentation.
05 - Nestle halved red and green grapes, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices in between cheeses and meats to introduce freshness.
06 - Sprinkle pomegranate arils, roasted almonds, mixed olives, and dried cranberries evenly to enhance color and add flavor bursts.
07 - Adjust all components as necessary to maintain a perfectly balanced and aesthetically pleasing circular wreath shape.
08 - Present immediately alongside crackers or bread if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks so impressive that guests assume you spent hours in the kitchen, when really you've created something stunning in just 30 minutes
  • There's something for everyone—vegetarian, gluten-free, or flexitarian—because the wreath adapts to any crowd
  • It tastes incredible and arrives at the table looking like edible art, making it the conversation starter before the conversation even begins
02 -
  • Everything should be at room temperature or chilled but not cold—cold ingredients don't share flavor as generously. Remove cheeses from the fridge 20 minutes before assembling.
  • The wreath's beauty depends on height variation—don't lay everything flat. Stack some elements, fold others, prop pieces at angles. It's this three-dimensionality that makes it photograph like a masterpiece.
  • Assemble this no more than 2 hours before serving. Fresh herbs wilt, cheese dries slightly, and grapes begin to weep. Freshness is part of its magic.
03 -
  • Slice everything at least 15 minutes before assembling so you're not rushing through the arrangement. The calm you feel while building directly translates to how the board looks and feels.
  • Use a spray bottle with water to gently mist the rosemary and herbs just before guests arrive—it brings out the fragrance and makes everything look freshly gathered.
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