Cheese Olives Pine Tree Wreath (Print Version)

Artful pine tree wreath of olives and cheeses with fresh herbs and colorful garnishes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Selection

01 - 5.3 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 5.3 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed

→ Olives

04 - 3.5 oz green olives, pitted
05 - 3.5 oz Kalamata olives, pitted
06 - 3.5 oz black olives, pitted

→ Fresh Elements & Garnishes

07 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary sprigs
08 - 8 to 10 cherry tomatoes
09 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
10 - 1 cucumber, sliced

→ Extras (optional)

11 - 1.8 oz mini mozzarella balls
12 - Crackers or fresh baguette slices, for serving

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Place fresh rosemary sprigs in a circular formation on a large round platter to create the wreath base and mimic pine needles.
02 - Layer olives and cheese cubes in alternating sections around and inside the wreath shape, resembling pine tree branches and fullness.
03 - Insert cucumber slices and mini mozzarella balls among the olives and cheese to enhance the look of tree branches and add color.
04 - Scatter cherry tomatoes and diced red bell pepper over the arrangement to simulate festive decorations.
05 - Optionally drizzle a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle cracked black pepper evenly over the wreath for added flavor.
06 - Present the wreath immediately alongside crackers or baguette slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant combination of cheeses and olives
  • Perfect for holiday parties
02 -
  • Substitute cheeses with gouda, havarti, or pepper jack for different flavors
  • Use plant-based cheeses and olives for a vegan version
03 -
  • Use fresh rosemary sprigs for authentic pine needle look
  • Choose pitted olives to make assembling easier
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