Pomegranate Jewel Cascade Board (Print)

Elegant cheese and charcuterie display accented with fresh fruits and pomegranate jewels for dazzling appeal.

# What you'll need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz creamy goat cheese, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz aged Manchego, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Cured Meats

04 - 2.8 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 2.8 oz spicy salami, thinly sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 large pomegranate, arils only
07 - 1 small bunch red grapes, halved
08 - 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced

→ Dried Fruits & Nuts

10 - 1.8 oz dried apricots, halved
11 - 1.4 oz dried figs, sliced
12 - 1.4 oz toasted pistachios
13 - 1.4 oz roasted almonds

→ Accompaniments

14 - 1 small piece honeycomb
15 - 1 small jar fig jam
16 - 1 crusty baguette, sliced
17 - 2.8 oz artisan crackers

→ Garnish

18 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Place a large serving board or platter on your workspace. Imagine a diagonal cascade flowing from top left to bottom right to guide the arrangement.
02 - Lay out sliced and crumbled cheeses along the imagined diagonal, alternating varieties to create visual contrast.
03 - Gently fold and layer prosciutto and spicy salami between the cheese sections, allowing edges to overlap attractively.
04 - Distribute slices of pear and apple along the cascade, interspersed with halved grapes to maintain the flowing line.
05 - Generously sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the entire diagonal, focusing on clusters to mimic jewel-like accents.
06 - Tuck halved dried apricots, sliced dried figs, toasted pistachios, and roasted almonds into spaces along the cascade for texture and crunch.
07 - Place small bowls of honeycomb and fig jam at opposite ends of the cascade for easy serving access.
08 - Fan out sliced baguette and artisan crackers along both sides of the design to complement the ingredients.
09 - Scatter fresh mint leaves atop the arrangement to add color and refreshing aroma.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to best enjoy flavors and textures.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but honestly, it takes just 25 minutes and zero cooking
  • Every single ingredient has a reason to be there—creamy, salty, sweet, and crunchy all in one bite
  • The pomegranate arils are the real magic; they make everything feel special and celebratory
  • It's naturally vegetarian-friendly if your guests prefer it that way, and nobody feels left out
02 -
  • Don't slice your fresh fruit until the last possible moment before serving—browning pears and apples will steal the visual magic you've worked to create
  • The pomegranate arils are what transform this from a nice board into a showstopper, so don't be shy with them. Generosity here pays off in gasps.
  • Room temperature is non-negotiable. Cold cheese tastes muted and closed off. Let it breathe for 30 minutes before your guests arrive.
03 -
  • Use a hot, damp knife to slice goat cheese cleanly—it prevents the cheese from sticking and tearing, keeping your lines elegant
  • Toast your own nuts if you can. Homemade toasted pistachios taste fresher and more vibrant than pre-toasted, and the aroma alone makes guests feel cared for
  • Create visual contrast by alternating matte and glossy textures; the shine of honeycomb next to the matte almonds makes both look better
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