Happy New Year Star Board (Print Version)

A colorful board featuring star-cut cheeses, fruits, meats, and dips, perfect for festive gatherings.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz cheddar cheese, sliced 0.4 inch thick
02 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese, sliced 0.4 inch thick
03 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
05 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced

→ Fruits

06 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1 cup green grapes
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
09 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only

→ Crackers & Bread

10 - 16 round crackers
11 - 8 slices baguette, toasted

→ Vegetables

12 - 1 cup baby carrots
13 - 1 cup cucumber, cut into star shapes
14 - 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced

→ Dips & Spreads

15 - 1/2 cup hummus
16 - 1/2 cup honey mustard dip

→ Garnishes

17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible gold star confetti (optional, food-safe)

# Directions:

01 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to create star shapes from cheddar, gouda slices, and cucumber.
02 - Place star-shaped cheeses, brie wedges, and cured meats in star patterns on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Cluster grapes, strawberries, pomegranate seeds, baby carrots, star-cut cucumbers, and mini bell peppers around the central stars, balancing color and texture.
04 - Position toasted baguette slices, round crackers, hummus, and honey mustard dip in small bowls or ramekins on the board.
05 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible gold star confetti for a festive presentation.
06 - Offer immediately, inviting guests to enjoy a variety of flavors and combinations.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for entertaining with a variety of flavors and textures
  • Easy to customize with vegetarian options
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit cured meats and add roasted nuts or marinated artichokes
  • Use other star-shaped ingredients like starfruit or star-cut melon for extra flair
03 -
  • Prepare ingredients a day ahead and store separately for easy assembly
  • Use contrasting colors to make the star shapes pop visually
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