Cranberry White Cheddar Tree (Print out)

A festive cheese and fruit centerpiece with tangy cranberries, crunchy pistachios, and fresh herbs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 oz white cheddar cheese, cut into ¾ inch cubes

→ Fruits & Nuts

02 - ¾ cup dried cranberries
03 - ½ cup roasted, unsalted pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
04 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary sprigs

→ Accompaniments

05 - Crackers or crostini, for serving (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange the white cheddar cubes on a large serving platter in a triangular shape, starting with a wide base and narrowing to a top point.
02 - Evenly sprinkle dried cranberries throughout and between the cheese cubes to create pops of color.
03 - Distribute roasted pistachios over the tree to add texture and crunch.
04 - Nestle small rosemary sprigs among the cheese cubes to evoke pine branches and impart aromatic notes.
05 - Place a small star-shaped piece of cheddar or a cracker at the apex as a festive finishing touch.
06 - Present immediately alongside crackers or crostini for guests to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Visually stunning holiday centerpiece
  • Combines creamy white cheddar with tangy dried cranberries
02 -
  • Use sharp white cheddar for best flavor or swap in manchego or gouda for variation
  • Substitute pistachios with toasted pecans or walnuts as desired
03 -
  • Arrange cheese cubes carefully to maintain the tree shape while serving
  • Add pomegranate arils or diced dried apricots for extra color
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