Meat Rose Holiday Bouquet (Print Version)

Elegant meat roses with cheeses and fruits create a festive centerpiece for holiday celebrations.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 12 slices prosciutto
02 - 12 slices salami
03 - 12 slices soppressata
04 - 8 slices capicola

→ Cheeses

05 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
06 - 3.5 oz manchego, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
08 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, crumbled

→ Fruits

09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - Seeds from 1 small pomegranate
12 - 1 pear, thinly sliced

→ Extras & Garnishes

13 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/4 cup olives (green or black)
16 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
17 - Edible flowers (optional)

→ Accompaniments

18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 box assorted crackers

# How to Make It:

01 - Place a large round serving board or platter on a stable surface.
02 - Drape a slice of meat halfway over the rim of a wine glass. Overlap additional slices, circling the rim until 5–7 slices are used. Gently invert the glass onto the board, releasing the rose. Repeat with each meat variety, arranging roses evenly.
03 - Place cheese wedges, slices, and cubes around the arranged meat roses to balance the composition.
04 - Fill gaps between meats and cheeses with red grapes, green grapes, pear slices, and pomegranate seeds for color and texture.
05 - Place clusters of mixed nuts, dried apricots, and olives strategically on the board. Garnish with fresh rosemary, thyme, and edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
06 - Arrange baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edges of the board or in a separate basket for easy access.
07 - Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly prior to serving to maintain freshness.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Elegant and visually striking centerpiece
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings and parties
02 -
  • Contains dairy tree nuts and gluten unless substitutions are made
  • Use gluten-free bread or crackers to suit dietary needs
03 -
  • Use a wine glass with a wide rim to make perfectly shaped meat roses
  • Arrange ingredients in clusters for visual interest and easy access
Go Back