# Ingredient List:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced into log shapes
02 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
→ Meats (optional)
04 - 2.6 oz prosciutto
05 - 2.6 oz spicy salami
→ Breads & Crackers
06 - 1 cup breadsticks (to mimic fire logs)
07 - 1 cup multigrain crackers
08 - 1 cup pretzel rods
→ Fruits & Nuts
09 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
10 - 0.5 cup dried cranberries
11 - 1 cup red grapes
12 - 0.33 cup roasted almonds
13 - 0.33 cup candied pecans
→ Vegetables
14 - 0.5 cup mini sweet peppers, sliced
15 - 0.5 cup carrot sticks
→ Sweet Elements (for flames)
16 - 0.5 cup orange and red gummy candies (e.g., gummy bears, fruit slices)
17 - 0.5 cup dried mango strips
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (to resemble pine needles)
19 - Edible flowers (optional, for color)
# Steps:
01 - Place breadsticks and pretzel rods in the center of a large wooden board or platter to resemble stacked fire logs.
02 - Arrange the sliced cheeses and optional meats around and over the logs to provide volume and visual interest.
03 - Position red grapes, dried apricots, dried cranberries, dried mango strips, and orange/red gummy candies atop the logs to simulate flickering flames.
04 - Nestle sliced mini sweet peppers and carrot sticks among the flame elements for contrasting color and texture.
05 - Distribute multigrain crackers, roasted almonds, and candied pecans around the perimeter for easy grazing.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers, then serve immediately inviting guests to enjoy with preferred beverages.
