A holiday stocking shaped spread of cured meats, artisan cheeses, fresh fruits, and savory bites for festive gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced Genoa salami
03 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced spicy soppressata
04 - 1.75 oz coppa or bresaola (optional)
→ Cheeses
05 - 3.5 oz cubed aged cheddar
06 - 3.5 oz sliced brie
07 - 3.5 oz sliced manchego
08 - 2.8 oz goat cheese formed into small rounds
→ Fresh & Dried Fruits
09 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
10 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
11 - 1 small pomegranate, seeded
12 - ½ cup dried apricots
13 - ½ cup dried figs, halved
→ Accompaniments
14 - ½ cup mixed olives
15 - ¼ cup cornichons or mini gherkins
16 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
17 - ½ cup honey or fig jam
→ Crackers & Bread
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 box assorted crackers
→ Garnish
20 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
21 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - On a large serving board or platter, sketch or outline the shape of a Christmas stocking using parchment paper as a guide if desired.
02 - Arrange cheeses in clusters forming the base and toe areas of the stocking.
03 - Fold and layer prosciutto, Genoa salami, soppressata, and optional coppa along the side and ankle sections, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
04 - Fill gaps with clusters of grapes, raspberries, and pomegranate seeds to introduce vibrant color and freshness.
05 - Distribute dried apricots, figs, mixed olives, and cornichons in smaller groups throughout the board.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the edge or in a cuff shape at the stocking's top.
07 - Drizzle honey or present fig jam in a small bowl alongside the board.
08 - Decorate generously with fresh rosemary, thyme sprigs, and optional edible flowers for a festive touch.
09 - Serve immediately, replenishing ingredients as needed throughout the event.
