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Easy Spring Charcuterie Bouquet Board Recipe

Looking for the perfect appetizer for your next party? Make a Charcuterie Bouquet Board. With fresh fruits and vegetables plus meat and cheese “flowers”, this fun spring charcuterie board idea is one your guests will love!

This Spring Charcuterie Bouquet Board recipe with fresh fruits and veggies, breadsticks, and meat and cheese flowers is one of my favorite charcuterie board ideas for spring parties and Easter brunch. It’s budget-friendly and so cute. Make one next time you need snacks for a crowd.

Charcuterie Board that looks like a bouquet on a white table. — Let’s make this easy Charcuterie Bouquet!

The cutest Spring Charcuterie Board

I saw a bouquet charcuterie board in an AD on Pinterest and knew I needed to make my own! I love to entertain, and I am always looking for easy recipes for family gatherings.

Amigas! This recipe does not require any stovetop cooking, SCORE! This is more of a savory charcuterie board and because it uses a lot of fresh, seasonal produce, it’s budget-friendly! A few cheese, pepperoni and salami flowers add color and flavor without breaking the bank!

I love to add lots of colors and textures to my recipes. I feel that when food looks good, the eating experience is more pleasurable.

Pair this bouquet board with a luscious Cabernet or your favorite red wine. Be sure to sip some while you make this. It will help get your creative juices flowing…

Ingredients

Close up of fruits, vegetables, and cheese and salami roses to make a spring charcuterie board that looks like a bouquet.

I picked up most of the items at Trader Joe’s because they have great prices on items to put on a charcuterie board. You can find most of these things also at your local store.

Kale on the stalks to create the foundation
A variety of meats to make meat roses or flowers
Thin sliced cheese to roll into flowers
A variety of vegetables like mini heirloom tomatoes and asparagus
Olives (without the pit)
Green grapes
Fresh basil
Breadsticks

I chose this Salami, Prosciutto, and Capocollo variety pack because it was more cost-effective, and I thought the colors would look great in my arrangement.

The mini Heirloom tomatoes are a great way to add pops of color to the board but you can also use cherry tomatoes if you can’t find the heirloom variety.

I like the Greek Kalamata Olives from Trader Joe’s because they don’t have a pit.

These are the items that I picked up but I invite you get creative and make this your own!

How to Make a Charcuterie Bouquet Board

Before you begin arranging the bouquet board, you’ll want to prepare the asparagus.

Microwave the asparagus to keep things easy. Season lightly with a little salt and pepper and let it cool before putting the bouquet board together.

Step 1

Kale stalks laid out on a white table for the background of a charcuterie bouquet board.

Lay out the kale in a shape resembling a bouquet you might buy from the store. This is essentially the “greenery” that usually acts as a base for the floral arrangement.

Step 2

Place a bunch of breadsticks together to make the “stem” of the bouquet. Place a few extra breadsticks around the edge of the bouquet.

Step 3

Wrap the salami and cheese around the head of the cooked asparagus to create flowers. Any leftover asparagus can be placed throughout.

You can also make salami roses if you want to take a little bit more time. Just tuck them between other items already on the board to help keep them rolled.

Step 4

Place some of the grapes, tomatoes and olives on the kale.

Step 5

Place basil leaves throughout to look like leaves.

Step 6

Wrap a pretty ribbon around the breadsticks to give it the perfect finishing touch.

Ribbon wrapped breadsticks that are the base of a spring bouquet board with charcuterie.

Voilà! I truly loved how this Spring Charcuterie Bouquet Board turned out! You should definitely try to make it as well. You will definitely impress your family and friends and this would also make a great hostess gift for Easter and beyond!

See another look of the finished bouquet in this video I made for Instagram.

More easy recipes that are perfect for parties

Charcuterie Bouquet Board

With fresh fruits and vegetables plus fun meat and cheese "flowers", this is the perfect spring charcuterie board! It's a fun snack platter idea for parties and Easter brunch.

Course Appetizer

Keyword appetizer, charcuterie, cheese, entertaining, recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 8 people

Author Angela Camacho

Ingredients

1 bunch Kale leaves with stems
1 box Italian bread sticks will be used for bouquet stem
1 bunch Asparagus microwave
10-15 whole Kalamata Olives
10 whole Mini Heirloom tomatoes choose colorful
1-2 packs Swiss, Sharp, American Cheese or your cheese of choice
1 mixed pack Salame, Calabrese, and Prosciutto or meat of choice
10 leaves Basil

Instructions

1. First choose a surface or charcuterie tray of choice.
2. I began arranging the kale, then slowly I started adding the other food items.
3. I arranged 4 breadsticks.( I let them pop out a bit)
4. I microwaved the asparagus for 2.5 minutes.
5. I wrapped the salami and cheeses around the head of the cooked asparagus to create flowers.
6. I then added the colored mini heirloom tomatoes, olives, and grapes.
7. Lastly, I added basil leaves where I felt it would look good.
8. I added a ribbon and tied them around the breadsticks that I used for stems.

Recipe Notes

Use this recipe as a guide, but feel free to change up the items that you used based on the flavors you like and what you can find fresh in season.

Herbalife Protein Baked Goods Mix Review

I love to bake, experiment, and put my personal spin on new recipes. I was recently given the opportunity to review some Herbalife products. It is often difficult to find healthy recipes that my kids and I actually enjoy.

As a family we are always on the go, and to be honest, sometimes we don’t eat as healthy as I’d like us to. I was drawn to Herbalife products because I’ve heard several great things. Friends and family say they have lost several pounds by drinking their protein shake, and watching what eat.

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this review. All opinions are my own.

I visited the Herbalife website to look at the wonderful variety of recipes. The site was super easy to navigate, and the suggested recipes looked delicious and delectable. For more baked goods recipes using Protein Baked Goods Mix, including pancakes and waffles, visit Herbalife.com/recipes.

The recipes online look really appetizing, and I am definitely going to try some of the other ones listed on the site.

I doubled the recipe above and instead of the bananas I added my son’s favorite berries.

To learn more about the many ways Herbalife Nutrition is improving people’s lives around the globe or for more delicious recipes, visit IAmHerbalifeNutrition.com or YoSoyHerbalifeNutrition.com.

Nutrition Benefits

When combined with any flavor of Formula 1, Protein Baked Goods Mix makes a nutrient-dense muffin that is gluten-free, low glycemic1 , suitable for vegetarians2 and people with diabetes,3 and contains:

24 grams of high-quality protein
21 vitamins and minerals
190 calories 5 grams of fiber
No artificial sweeteners*

If you have never cooked with a gluten free product, you have to know that it is very different than flour based ingredients. The batter I mixed up was thick and creamy. I used a spatula to spread over the waffle machine.

Sometimes my son can be a picky eater….

The taste of the waffle is simple, but with a little razzle dazzle, waffles, fruit and caramel, my son Drew didn’t even notice. Ha!

SCORE! I felt like great mom, for making something healthy and delicious.

About Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.

Herbalife Nutrition is a global company that has been changing people’s lives with great nutrition products and a proven business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers high-quality, science-backed products, sold in over 90 countries by entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.

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#SUNNYD Whipped Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Our kitchen is the heart of our home, and this is where we share many precious memories. This year’s Thanksgiving will be a little different and quieter than others, but we will make it count! Drew and I made some #SUNNYD Whipped Sweet Potatoes and want to share this delicious recipe with you!

As a family, we love to cook together and try different recipes. Most people like to use red sweet potatoes, but we made this SUNNY Delight recipe with white ones. I have realized over the years that it’s ok to experiment and add my own spin on recipes.

Thank you Sunny Delight for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own,

INGREDIENTS

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed ( I used white sweet potatoes)
2-2/3 cups SUNNYD Tangy Original, divided
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Place sweet potatoes and 2-1/3 cups SUNNYD in a large saucepan or Dutch oven.

Cover and bring to a boil.

Boil for 35-45 minutes or just until potatoes are tender.

Drain and place in a large mixing bowl.

Mash potatoes with the brown sugar, butter, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and remaining SUNNYD.

Garnish with walnuts (optional).

Happy Holidays from our family to yours! Check out another great recipe here!

#SUNNYD Tropical Berry Grilled French Toast Recipe

We just got word that children will not be returning to school this fall. I have to say, my son and I were a little disappointed about the situation, and are trying our best to keep busy. To bring a little cheer this morning, we decided to cook together. We made the delicious #SUNNYD Tropical Berry Grilled French Toast!

Thank you #SUNNYD for sponsoring the post.

INGREDIENTS

French Toast

1 cup light coconut milk
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup sugar
12 diagonally cut French bread slices, 1-inch thick (8 oz. baguette)

Topping

1/4 cup SUNNYD Tangy Original
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
16 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
Whipped topping, toasted coconut flakes (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Preheat grill to medium-low (300°F)In a large glass baking dish whisk together coconut milk, eggs, vanilla and sugarDip bread in egg mixture, turning to coat both sides; let soak 10 minutes
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl whisk together SUNNYD and marmalade. Add strawberries; toss to coat
Cut 1 large rectangle of heavy-duty foil. Place strawberries in center of foil. Bring edges of foil together; fold to seal
Place foil packet on grill. Grill 10 minutes. Remove packet; set aside and keep closed
Lightly oil grill rack; place soaked bread slices on grill. Grill 5 to 7 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160°F.
Place 1 grilled bread slice on each of 6 plates; top with half of the berries and another bread slice
Top with remaining berries and (if desired) whipped topping and toasted coconut

Ta-da! This French Toast recipe was scrumptious! The marmalade and #SUNNYD syrup was our favorite part. We added edible flowers and topped it off with coconut flakes. Yum!

Visit sunnyd.com for more incredible recipes.

Bobby At Home Cookbook Giveaway & Crispy Coconut-Scallion Rice Recipe

And just like that, the holidays are here…

Tori and I have been experimenting and tying new recipes for our upcoming holiday feast, and the Bobby at Home Cookbook arrived in the mail just in time. We were ecstatic about trying some of his famous dishes. The kids and I were salivating while we looked through the images in this new cookbook.

I asked Tori what she wanted to make, and she chose the Crispy Coconut-Scallion Rice. (page 105) We agreed that this flavorful side dish would be a great compliment to our international holiday feast that will include turkey, ham, and maybe even tamales. Yes, our holiday menu is not so traditional, but we love tasty food and hey why not?

This recipe is very easy to make, and I have included a recipe card to share with you!

Enter the Rafflecopter below for a chance to win a Bobby at Home Cookbook and a $50 dollar Kirkland’s gift card to help you get cozy this winter.

Disclosure: Clarkson Potter sent me a copy and is partnering with me for a giveaway!

If there is one single dish that is responsible for me winning on Beat Bobby Flay, it is this one. Not served on its own, obviously, but alongside braises and Asian-inspired dishes. If the judges were tied on their decision, this coconut rice, with its crispy bottom, was the deciding factor. It should come as no surprise that it is just as popular when I serve it at home. If you can make the rice the night before or use leftover rice from Chinese takeout, all the better. The rice really needs to be cool and separated to get really crispy—it will not work with warm rice

Crispy Coconut-Scallion Rice Recipe

Crispy Coconut-Scallion Rice

Course Side Dish

Prep Time 1 day

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

1 cup Unsweetened full-fat canned coconut milk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups Carolina long-grain rice
1/2 cup Thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup Canola oil

Instructions

Combine the coconut milk, 2 teaspoons salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the rice and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Spread the rice in an even layer over a large baking sheet and let cool completely, about 30 minutes. The rice can be made up to 24 hours in advance; store it on the baking sheet, covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator.
Combine the rice and scallions in a large bowl. Heat the oil in a large cast-iron or nonstick pan over high heat until it begins to shimmer. Add the rice and, using a heavy-duty metal spatula, immediately press the rice down into the pan until the top is flat. Cook, without stirring, until the bottom becomes golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes (start checking at 4 minutes, making sure not to burn it). Turn the rice over and press down firmly on the top again. Cook until the bottom is golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with more scallions, and serve

About Bobby at Home

With 165+ recipes, Bobby Flay opens up his home and shares his bold, approachable style of cooking for family and friends, along with his no-nonsense, essential advice for home cooks.

Expect crowd-pleasing classics taken to the next level with exciting flavors, such as Spanish-style shrimp and grits, pumpkin pancakes with apple cider syrup, and sticky-savory-sweet Korean BBQ chicken. Riff on go-to dishes just as Bobby does with his master recipes for essentials, along with creative variations that take the base recipe in a range of directions to suit your mood, such as crispy bacon glazed with pomegranate molasses, deviled eggs topped with fried oysters, and mussels steamed in a heady green curry broth. With Bobby by your side, cooking at home just got a lot more exciting.

About the Author

Bobby Flayis one of the country’s most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs, media personalities, and authors. He is a James Beard Award winner, the author of 13 cookbooks, and has starred in 14 Food Network programs. In 2015, he became the first chef to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

What’s on your holiday menu this year?

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Recipe: Percy Jackson- Inspired Summer Punch

Disclosure: Thank you Disney Book Group for sponsoring this post.

How are you keeping cool this summer?

Summertime heat has peaked, and we are trying our best to keep cool!

My son is taking the Percy Jackson summer reading challenge and he just finished reading the third book, “The Titan’s Curse.” In this book, Percy faces one of his biggest and most dangerous challenges yet! Andrew can’t wait to read “The Battle of the Labyrinth” next!

Andrew was excited when he described the book as adventurous and action packed. “Percy Jackson is an awesome book mom. Oh… and there is romance too. His powers and battling skills are killer, and he Percy is hilarious!” Andrew loves Greek mythology (just like his mama), so this was the perfect summer series for him.

His favorite character is Percy himself. He is a demigod, the son of Poseidon. Andrew said his favorite part of the series (book 2 “The Sea of Monsters”), is when a Cyclops grabs Percy’s friend Annabeth (the Greek demigod daughter of Athena) and drops her on her head Naturally, Percy then has to fight “a thousand smelly pounds of Cyclops” with a “very small sword.” Andrew found the phrasing in this part very humorous, and giggled when he shared this.

In celebration of summer and the Percy Jackson book series, Andrew and I have created a fun summertime drink to quench your thirst and keep you chill…

Below we have included a super duper easy “Percy Jackson Punch Recipe” to make with your kids!

I’m challenging my son to finish the Percy Jackson series before summer’s end, and I encourage you to do the same with your kids!

About The Titan’s Curse:

When Percy Jackson gets an urgent distress call from his friend Grover, he immediately prepares for battle. He knows he will need his powerful demigod allies at his side, his trusty bronze sword Riptide, and… a ride from his mom.

The demigods rush to the rescue to find that Grover has made an important discovery: two powerful half-bloods whose parentage is unknown. But that’s not all that awaits them. The titan lord Kronos has devised his most treacherous plot yet, and the young heroes have just fallen prey.

They’re not the only ones in danger. An ancient monster has arisen — one rumored to be so powerful it could destroy Olympus — and Artemis, the only goddess who might know how to track it, is missing. Now Percy and his friends, along with the Hunters of Artemis, have only a week to find the kidnapped goddess and solve the mystery of the monster she was hunting. Along the way, they must face their most dangerous challenge yet: the chilling prophecy of the titan’s curse.

Percy Jackson Inspired Summer Punch

Prep Time 5 minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

2 Cups Blue G2 Gatorade
2 Cups Pineapple Juice (low sugar)
2 Cups CranApple Juice (low sugar)
Ice -As desired

Instructions

I doubled the recipe to fill up the punch bowl shown in this image.

Just for fun, we added some mythical characters in our drink. I found them here (and we found some at Hobby Lobby too).

*Parents feel free to add a quarter cup of your favorite rum to your drink, to create a delicious cocktail.

Cheers!