A festive tray shaped like a Christmas stocking with cheeses, meats, fruits, and dips for gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz Swiss cheese, cubed
→ Meats (optional)
03 - 3.5 oz sliced salami
04 - 3.5 oz sliced prosciutto
→ Crackers & Breads
05 - 20 assorted crackers
06 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Fresh Produce
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
08 - 1 cup red grapes
09 - 0.5 cup green olives, pitted
10 - 0.5 cup cucumber slices
→ Dips & Spreads
11 - 0.5 cup hummus
12 - 0.25 cup whole-grain mustard
→ Festive Garnishes
13 - fresh rosemary sprigs
14 - pomegranate seeds for color
# Directions:
01 - On a large rectangular or stocking-shaped board, create the outline of a Christmas stocking using salami slices or baguette pieces to form the border.
02 - Fill the toe and heel sections of the stocking outline with cubes of sharp cheddar and Swiss cheese.
03 - Place cherry tomatoes and red grapes along the main body area of the stocking to provide a festive red hue.
04 - Distribute assorted crackers and cucumber slices along the edges or within the cuff portion of the stocking.
05 - Set small bowls containing green olives and hummus near the top opening of the stocking.
06 - Insert prosciutto slices and additional crackers to fill any gaps and maintain the stocking’s shape.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and scatter pomegranate seeds for a vibrant, festive accent.
08 - Present immediately and invite guests to serve themselves.
