Cheese Tray with Olive Rosemary Skewers

Cheese Tray with Olive Rosemary Skewers
45 min.
24
120kcal

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This cheese tray is a delightful and elegant appetizer that will impress your guests at your next gathering. With a variety of cheeses, crackers, and a creative twist of olive rosemary skewers, it's a perfect blend of flavors and textures. The round Gouda or Edam cheese takes center stage, surrounded by an assortment of cheeses cut into various shapes, adding visual appeal to the platter. The olive rosemary skewers are a unique touch, infusing the olives with the aromatic flavor of rosemary. This recipe is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a great conversation starter.

The beauty of this cheese tray lies in its versatility. You can customize it to your taste by choosing your favorite cheeses and crackers. Whether you prefer sharp cheddar, creamy brie, or tangy blue cheese, the options are endless. The olives can also be varied, offering a range of flavors from mild to robust. This recipe is perfect for entertaining, as it can be prepared in advance, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your gathering.

With a prep time of 45 minutes, this cheese tray is a relatively quick and easy way to elevate your appetizer game. It's a great choice for a sophisticated starter or a casual snack, and it's sure to satisfy cheese lovers of all ages. The combination of protein, fat, and carbs provides a well-rounded bite, ensuring your guests stay satisfied until the main course.

Ingredients

  • 24 servings round buttery crackers assorted
  • ounces edam cheese 
  • 48  pimiento stuffed olives assorted pitted drained
  • 24 sprigs rosemary 
  • 1.5 pounds frangelico assorted
  • 1.5 pounds frangelico assorted

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Remove paper and wax from cheese round.
    2. Place cheese round on center of 12- to 14-inch platter. Thread 2 to 4 olives on each rosemary sprig. Insert sprigs into cheese round.
    3. Cut assorted cheeses into slices and shapes, such as triangles, squares, cubes and sticks; arrange around cheese round.
    4. Serve with crackers.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories120kcal
    Protein10.93%
    Fat53.89%
    Carbs35.18%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    4.04
    Glycemic Load
    0.05
    Inflammation Score
    -1
    Nutrition Score
    3.3360869382387%

    Flavonoids

    Luteolin
    0.04mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:120.17kcal
    6.01%
    Fat:7.25g
    11.16%
    Saturated Fat:2.49g
    15.59%
    Carbohydrates:10.65g
    3.55%
    Net Carbohydrates:9.98g
    3.63%
    Sugar:1.46g
    1.63%
    Cholesterol:7.36mg
    2.45%
    Sodium:345.76mg
    15.03%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:3.31g
    6.62%
    Calcium:90.52mg
    9.05%
    Phosphorus:88.39mg
    8.84%
    Vitamin K:8.3µg
    7.91%
    Vitamin E:0.88mg
    5.89%
    Vitamin B1:0.08mg
    5.06%
    Iron:0.82mg
    4.56%
    Manganese:0.09mg
    4.46%
    Vitamin B2:0.08mg
    4.44%
    Vitamin B3:0.81mg
    4.04%
    Folate:13.39µg
    3.35%
    Selenium:2.01µg
    2.87%
    Zinc:0.41mg
    2.76%
    Fiber:0.67g
    2.7%
    Vitamin B12:0.13µg
    2.12%
    Vitamin A:102.78IU
    2.06%
    Magnesium:6.62mg
    1.66%
    Copper:0.03mg
    1.65%
    Potassium:38.9mg
    1.11%
    Vitamin B6:0.02mg
    1.01%