An elegant heart-shaped board with cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and sweet accents for special occasions.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, shaped into small rounds
03 - 3.5 oz manchego, thinly sliced
→ Cured Meats (omit for vegetarian)
04 - 2.8 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz salami, rolled
06 - 2.1 oz coppa, fanned out
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 cup raspberries
09 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
10 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
→ Vegetables
11 - 8–10 mini sweet red peppers, sliced
12 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Accompaniments
13 - 1/2 cup pink beet hummus
14 - 1/2 cup red pepper jelly
15 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
16 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate-covered almonds
17 - 1/4 cup heart-shaped candies (optional)
→ Crackers & Bread
18 - 1 cup heart-shaped crackers or thinly sliced baguette
# Method:
01 - Use parchment paper to create a heart shape on a large platter or utilize a heart-shaped tray if available.
02 - Place small bowls containing beet hummus and red pepper jelly in the upper curves of the heart shape.
03 - Distribute cheeses in multiple areas within the heart, spacing them to achieve balanced visual appeal.
04 - Fold or roll prosciutto, salami, and coppa, placing them strategically to emphasize the heart outline and enhance texture.
05 - Scatter strawberries, raspberries, red grapes, and pomegranate seeds to provide vibrant red and pink accents.
06 - Fill gaps using sliced mini sweet red peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, and candied pecans for added color and crunch.
07 - Place dark chocolate-covered almonds and optional heart-shaped candies to complete the romantic aesthetic.
08 - Position crackers and baguette slices along edges or in small piles within the heart to provide variety in texture.
09 - Ensure all spaces are filled for a lush and abundant look; serve immediately.
