Happy New Year Star Board (Print-Friendly)

A colorful star-themed board with cheeses, fruits, cured meats, and dips ready in 40 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.23 oz cheddar cheese, sliced 0.4 inches thick, star-shaped
02 - 4.23 oz gouda cheese, sliced 0.4 inches thick, star-shaped
03 - 4.23 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, sliced into stars
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)

# How To Make It:

01 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to shape cheddar, gouda cheeses, and cucumber slices into stars.
02 - Place star-shaped cheeses, brie wedges, and cured meats in star patterns on a large wooden board or platter.
03 - Cluster grapes, strawberries, pomegranate seeds, baby carrots, star-shaped cucumbers, mini bell peppers, and crackers around the arranged stars, balancing colors and textures.
04 - Place toasted baguette slices, hummus, and honey mustard dip in small bowls or ramekins; add them to the board.
05 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible gold star confetti to add a festive touch.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to mix and match flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Includes vegetarian options
  • Offers a colorful and festive presentation
02 -
  • Omit cured meats and add roasted nuts or marinated artichokes for a vegetarian option
  • Use starfruit or star-cut melon for extra flair
03 -
  • Cut the cheeses and cucumbers into stars before arranging to save time
  • Use fresh rosemary and edible gold stars for a festive look
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