An elegant heart-shaped platter with cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and savory touches for special occasions.
# Components:
→ Cured Meats
01 - 2.1 oz prosciutto
02 - 2.1 oz salami
03 - 2.1 oz coppa or soppressata
→ Cheeses
04 - 2.8 oz brie, cut into heart-shaped pieces or wedges
05 - 2.8 oz aged cheddar, cubed
06 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, rolled into small balls
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1/2 cup seedless red grapes
08 - 1/2 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1/4 cup raspberries
→ Accompaniments
10 - 1/4 cup mixed olives
11 - 1/4 cup roasted almonds
12 - 2 tablespoons fig jam or honey
13 - 8 to 10 heart-shaped or plain crackers
→ Garnishes
14 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
15 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Directions:
01 - On a large serving board or platter, sketch a heart shape lightly with a pencil or place a heart-shaped template as a guide.
02 - Place prosciutto, salami, and coppa along the edges of the heart, folding or rolling slices to enhance visual appeal.
03 - Fill the interior of the heart shape with brie, aged cheddar, and goat cheese, spacing them to create contrasting colors and textures.
04 - Nestle seedless red grapes, halved strawberries, and raspberries in small clusters between the cheeses and cured meats.
05 - Arrange mixed olives, roasted almonds, and small bowls of fig jam or honey within empty spaces on the board.
06 - Position heart-shaped or plain crackers along the edges or in small piles throughout the arrangement.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers to add a festive and elegant touch.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
