Tudor Rose Floral Appetizer (Printer View)

A floral appetizer made of salami slices arranged around a yellow cheese center for eye-catching presentation.

# What you'll 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; about 1.25–1.5 inches diameter, 0.2 inches thick)

# Method:

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

02 - Set the round cheese slice in the center atop the salami petals, covering their overlapping edges to mimic a button.

03 - Modify the arrangement of salami slices to maintain symmetry and enhance visual appeal.

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -

It looks like you spent hours when you've actually spent ten minutes—instant credibility at any gathering.
No cooking required means you can make it while everything else is happening around you.
It tastes like a proper bite of cured meat and sharp cheese, not just decoration.

02 -

Salami slices sometimes stick together straight from the package—a gentle tug separates them without tearing, and room-temperature salami is more forgiving than cold.
The cheese slice needs weight and stability; a thin wisp will slide off, so don't shy away from a substantial round.

03 -

If your salami slices keep sliding, chill them for five minutes first—the slight firmness makes them easier to position without fussing.
A round cookie cutter or small glass can ensure your cheese slice is the perfect size and shape; it takes the guesswork out and makes the whole thing feel deliberately designed.