Star of Bethlehem Cheese Platter (Printable)

Artisanal cheeses paired with fresh fruit and nuts arranged in a star-shaped presentation.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz aged Manchego
02 - 5.3 oz creamy Brie
03 - 5.3 oz blue cheese (Gorgonzola or Roquefort)
04 - 5.3 oz goat cheese log
05 - 3.5 oz smoked cheddar

→ Fresh Fruit

06 - 1 small cluster red grapes
07 - 1 small cluster green grapes
08 - 1 ripe pear, sliced
09 - 1 ripe apple, sliced
10 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
11 - 6 to 8 dried figs, halved

→ Accompaniments

12 - 2.8 oz honey-roasted almonds
13 - 2.8 oz marcona almonds
14 - 2.1 oz honey
15 - 2.1 oz fig jam
16 - 1 small baguette, sliced
17 - 4.2 oz assorted crackers

→ Garnishes

18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
19 - Edible flowers (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Position the goat cheese log at the center of a large wooden board or platter to serve as the focal point.
02 - Fan out the Manchego, Brie, blue cheese, and smoked cheddar around the center cheese to mimic star rays.
03 - Fill the spaces between the cheeses with clusters of red and green grapes, pear and apple slices, and halved dried figs.
04 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the arranged fruit for a festive accent.
05 - Place small bowls of honey and fig jam among the cheeses for dipping.
06 - Nestle the honey-roasted and marcona almonds around the platter, then arrange baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edges.
07 - Garnish the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and decorate optionally with edible flowers.
08 - Present at room temperature to enhance flavor and texture.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • Visually stunning and elegant platter
  • Combines artisanal cheeses with fresh fruit and gourmet accompaniments
02 -
  • Swap in your favorite local cheeses for variation
  • For a vegan version use plant-based cheeses and swap honey for agave syrup
03 -
  • Use room temperature cheeses for best flavor
  • Arrange fruits and nuts to create color contrast for visual appeal
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