Patchwork Quilt Appetizer (Printable)

Colorful meats and cheeses arranged in a patchwork pattern with tangy mustard accents.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz ham, sliced

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.5 oz Swiss cheese, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
06 - 3.5 oz provolone cheese, sliced

→ Garnishes & Condiments

07 - 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
08 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
09 - Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Slice all meats and cheeses into uniform 2-inch squares.
02 - Place squares on a large serving platter or board in a checkerboard pattern, alternating meats and cheeses to resemble a quilt.
03 - Use a squeeze bottle or piping bag to create lines of mustard between the squares, alternating whole grain and Dijon varieties to mimic stitching.
04 - Sprinkle finely chopped parsley or chives over the arrangement if desired.
05 - Present immediately with toothpicks or small forks for easy tasting.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours when you really spent twenty minutes, which is the best kind of magic in entertaining.
  • Everyone finds something they love since you're basically giving them the freedom to taste however they want.
  • No cooking involved means you can make this while doing a hundred other things, and your kitchen stays cool and calm.
02 -
  • Room temperature is your friend here—pull this together about fifteen minutes before serving so the cheeses warm up slightly and taste more complex and alive.
  • If your meats and cheeses are straight from the cold, they'll taste muted, so resist the urge to prep hours ahead.
  • The mustard lines will stay crisp longer if you apply them just before serving, so don't get too far ahead with this step.
03 -
  • A sharp knife and a cutting board you trust make all the difference—dull blades tear the meat and cheese, and suddenly nothing looks intentional anymore.
  • If you're prep-minded, cut everything the night before and store each type in its own container, then arrange everything fresh on the day of—this takes the pressure off and lets you focus on making the pattern perfect.
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