Holiday Wreath Charcuterie Board

holiday charcuterie board
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 30 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins
Servings 6
Description

Elevate your holiday gatherings with our Holiday Wreath Charcuterie Board—an exquisite display that combines an array of artisanal cheeses, savory meats, crisp crackers, and an assortment of vibrant veggies. This charcuterie masterpiece is a symphony of taste and presentation, where the flavors of carefully selected ingredients mingle harmoniously. Crafted with care, each bite embodies the spirit of festive indulgence, showcasing Greenridge Naturals' commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional taste. The Holiday Wreath Charcuterie Board invites you to create a memorable culinary centerpiece that's both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious, perfect for celebrating the season in style.

Ingredients
  • 12-14 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2-3 Greenridge Naturals Jalapeño Cheddar Beef Sticks (sliced in 2 inch pieces)
  • ¼-½ pounds Greenridge Naturals Gypsy Ham (sliced thin)
  • ¼-½ pounds Greenridge Naturals Garlic Ham (sliced thin)
  • 1/4 pound Greenridge Naturals Honey Glazed Turkey breast (sliced thin)
  • 10-15 round butter crackers
  • 10-15 mini toast crackers
  • 10-15 cranberry, pumpkin seed crackers
  • 1/2-1 full cucumber, sliced with peel on
  • 1 large handful of baby carrots
  • 1 large handful of fresh blueberries
  • 3-5 slices Greenridge Naturals Colby Jack Cheese (cut into shapes)
  • 3-5 Greenridge Naturals Muenster Cheese (sliced into strips)
  • 2 large handfuls dried cranberries
  • 3-5 dried figs (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup Greenridge Naturals Sweet and Hot Stone Ground Mustard
  • Other ingredient options
  • Any of Greenridge Farms lunch meats, beef sticks, cheese and mustards
  • Nuts/seeds
  • Olives
  • Spreads such as fig jam and pepper jelly
  • Slices of fresh French baguette
Instructions
  1. For this Christmas wreath we used a round board to create the shape.

  2. Rosemary to bring the greenery, pine feel.

  3. Christmas themed cookie cutters for cheese and meat.

  4. Pomegranate seeds to add a real Christmas vibe.

  5. A sparkly red bow for the final touch.

  6. A variety of ingredients is key to a good charcuterie board.

  7. Helps create texture and color for an aesthetically pleasing spread.

  8. Provides something for all guests to enjoy no matter their dietary restrictions.

  9. Having a mix of different colors makes the board really pop and draw your guests in.

  10. Fruits, veggies and a variety of different nuts, crackers, meats and cheeses will help bring an array of color. Arrange your ingredients so that items with similar color are not placed next to each other. For instance bright green cucumbers look great next to red cranberries rather than celery.

  11. Cutters for cheese and rolling or slicing meat in different ways brings depth and a little fun to your board.

  12. If you’re hosting family and friends chances are there will be kids. It’s nice to give them some options that aren’t as intimidating. We used recognizable cheeses that are adult and kid friendly like Greenridge Naturals Colby Jack and Muenster. Other great Greenridge options are Mild and Sharp Cheddar, Swiss, Pepperjack and Provolone.

  13. Kids love lunch meat so we used Greenridge Farm Honey Glazed Turkey Breast, Garlic Ham and Gypsy Ham. Finally, everyone’s favorite Greenridge Farm Beef Sticks!

Keywords: charcuterie, meat, cheese