Tudor Rose Salami Cheese (Printable Version)

Visually striking Tudor Rose featuring salami petals surrounding a yellow cheese center.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 5 slices salami (approximately 2.4–3.1 inches diameter each)

→ Cheese

02 - 1 small round slice yellow cheese (e.g., Gouda, Cheddar; about 1.2–1.6 inches diameter, 0.2 inches thick)

# Directions:

01 - Place five salami slices on a serving plate in a circle, slightly overlapping to form a symmetrical floral pattern.

02 - Set the round slice of yellow cheese in the center, covering the overlapping edges of the salami to form the rose’s button.

03 - Ensure petals are evenly spaced and adjust for a balanced and visually appealing presentation.

04 - Present immediately as an elegant appetizer or part of a charcuterie display.

# Expert Tips:

01 -

It's elegant enough for company but requires zero cooking skills or culinary confidence.
Takes minutes to assemble but looks like you spent serious time planning your platter.
Naturally gluten-free and works for almost any dietary situation you might encounter.

02 -

The overlapping isn't just decorative—it's what keeps the whole structure from feeling loose or accidental on the plate.
Room temperature matters more than you'd think; if your kitchen is warm, chill everything for five minutes before plating so the cheese stays firm enough to feel intentional.

03 -

Slightly cold salami holds its shape better and feels less greasy when you're handling it—pop your plate in the fridge for two minutes before arranging.
The visual symmetry is what makes people stop and look; even spacing between petals matters more than technical perfection.