Tudor Rose Salami Cheese (Printable Page)

Symmetrical salami petals encircle a yellow cheese center, perfect for sophisticated appetizer platters.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 5 slices salami (approximately 2.5–3 inches diameter each)

→ Cheese

02 - 1 small round slice yellow cheese (e.g., Gouda or Cheddar, approximately 1.25–1.5 inches diameter, 0.2 inches thick)

# Steps:

01 - Place five slices of salami in a slightly overlapping circular formation on a serving plate, creating a symmetrical flower shape.
02 - Position the round slice of yellow cheese in the center, covering the intersecting edges of the salami slices to resemble the rose’s button.
03 - Modify the salami slices as needed to ensure a balanced and visually appealing rose shape.
04 - Serve immediately as an elegant appetizer on a charcuterie board or platter.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes under ten minutes but looks like you spent an hour on presentation.
  • No cooking required means zero stress when you're already managing a party.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and scales up beautifully for bigger platters.
02 -
  • Room temperature salami is your friend—cold salami straight from the fridge will crack and won't overlap smoothly.
  • A firm cheese matters more than the exact type; soft cheese like fresh mozzarella will slip and ruin the presentation.
03 -
  • If your cheese isn't perfectly round, use a small round cutter or the rim of a glass to carve it into shape—those clean edges matter.
  • Arrange your salami petals on a neutral-colored plate; the contrast makes the rose pop and look even more intentional.
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