# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or bocconcini)
02 - 7 oz white cheddar cheese, sliced
03 - 7 oz Havarti cheese, sliced
→ Red Accents
04 - 5 oz sliced strawberries
05 - 5 oz raspberries
06 - 3.5 oz cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
07 - 3.5 oz roasted red bell peppers, sliced
→ Savory Meats (optional)
08 - 5 oz thinly sliced salami
09 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
→ Crackers & Bread
10 - 5 oz water crackers
11 - 3.5 oz baguette slices
→ Garnishes
12 - Fresh mint leaves, for decoration
13 - Microgreens or edible flowers (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Place a large rectangular or circular serving platter as the base for arrangement.
02 - Arrange a row of white cheeses such as mozzarella balls or white cheddar slices along one edge.
03 - Following the white cheese, add a row of red ingredients, for example sliced strawberries or raspberries.
04 - Continue layering alternating rows of white and red elements, incorporating cheeses, tomatoes, roasted peppers, and optional meats to create distinct stripes.
05 - Between some rows, insert layers of water crackers and baguette slices for texture and variety.
06 - If using, roll thinly sliced salami into rose shapes and tuck them into the red stripes for visual appeal.
07 - Decorate the platter with fresh mint leaves to enhance the peppermint theme.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours prior to serving.
