Artful arrangement of prosciutto roses, aged cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers for a stunning starter.
# What to Use:
→ Charcuterie
01 - 6.3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz sliced soppressata or salami
→ Cheese
03 - 4.2 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
04 - 4.2 oz aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, broken into chunks
05 - 3.5 oz creamy goat cheese, formed into quenelles or small scoops
→ Fruits & Vegetables
06 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
08 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
09 - 0.5 cup mixed olives (green and black), pitted
10 - 0.5 cup marinated artichoke hearts, halved
→ Accompaniments
11 - 0.33 cup honey or fig preserves
12 - 0.5 cup toasted walnuts or Marcona almonds
13 - 3.5 oz gluten-free crackers or crostini
14 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
15 - Edible flowers (optional), for decoration
# How to Prepare:
01 - Roll 2 to 3 slices of prosciutto into loose spirals and gently fan the edges to mimic rose petals; repeat to create 6 to 8 roses.
02 - Cluster the prosciutto roses on a large serving board or platter to form a bouquet.
03 - Position fresh mozzarella balls, Parmigiano-Reggiano chunks, and goat cheese quenelles beside the prosciutto bouquet with artistic intent.
04 - Fold or roll soppressata or salami slices for visual interest and arrange near the cheeses.
05 - Distribute grapes, halved strawberries, dried apricots, olives, and marinated artichoke hearts evenly to balance color and texture.
06 - Spoon honey or fig preserves into a small bowl and position it on the board.
07 - Scatter toasted walnuts or Marcona almonds and lay out gluten-free crackers or crostini around the board.
08 - Decorate with fresh basil leaves and optional edible flowers for a vibrant, floral presentation.
09 - Present immediately, allowing guests to assemble bites individually.
