An inviting assortment of cheeses, meats, fruits, and nuts styled to mimic a glowing fire log.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced into log shapes
02 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
→ Meats (optional)
04 - 2.6 oz prosciutto
05 - 2.6 oz spicy salami
→ Breads & Crackers
06 - 1 cup breadsticks (to mimic fire logs)
07 - 1 cup multigrain crackers
08 - 1 cup pretzel rods
→ Fruits & Nuts
09 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ½ cup dried cranberries
11 - 1 cup red grapes
12 - ⅓ cup roasted almonds
13 - ⅓ cup candied pecans
→ Vegetables
14 - ½ cup mini sweet peppers, sliced
15 - ½ cup carrot sticks
→ Sweet Elements (for flames)
16 - ½ cup orange and red gummy candies
17 - ½ cup dried mango strips
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
19 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Lay breadsticks and pretzel rods in the center of a large wooden board or platter to simulate stacked fire logs.
02 - Layer sliced cheeses and optional meats around and atop the logs to build volume and visual interest.
03 - Place red grapes, dried apricots, dried cranberries, dried mango strips, and orange/red gummy candies above the logs to mimic flickering flames.
04 - Nestle sliced mini sweet peppers and carrot sticks among the flame elements for added color and crunch.
05 - Scatter multigrain crackers, roasted almonds, and candied pecans along the edges for easy grazing.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers; serve immediately encouraging guests to enjoy with preferred beverages.
