Tudor Rose Salami Cheese (Print Version)

Salami slices arranged in a floral pattern with a central yellow cheese accent for striking starters.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

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

→ Cheese

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

# How to Make It:

01 - Place five salami slices in a circular, overlapping pattern on a serving plate to form a symmetrical flower shape.

02 - Set the round cheese slice in the center, covering the overlapped salami edges to create the rose's button.

03 - Refine the petal alignment to maintain a balanced and visually appealing arrangement.

04 - Present immediately as an appetizer or part of a charcuterie board.

# Additional Tips::

01 -

It looks restaurant-worthy but takes less time than it takes to chill a wine glass.
Your guests will genuinely believe you're more sophisticated than you actually are.
No cooking means no stress, just pure creative plating fun.

02 -

The overlap matters more than you'd think—too little and the rose falls apart visually; too much and you lose the petal effect entirely.
Room temperature is essential; cold cheese gets rigid and loses its soft, inviting appearance, while warm salami becomes floppy and defeats the whole structured look.

03 -

If you're nervous about overlapping symmetry, trace a light circle on the plate with your finger first—it sounds silly but it genuinely helps you nail the positioning on your first try.
Keep the cheese at room temperature in a small dish nearby; you can swap it out for a fresh one if the first rose is sitting for more than an hour, which keeps everything looking pristine.