Cheese and Olive Chess Board (Print Version)

Striking appetizer featuring cheese and olive cubes arranged like a chessboard for parties.

# Components:

→ Cheese

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar cheese, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
02 - 3.5 oz firm mozzarella cheese, cut into 0.6 inch cubes

→ Olives

03 - 3.5 oz black olives, pitted and drained
04 - 3.5 oz green olives, pitted and drained

→ Garnish (optional)

05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - Crackers or breadsticks, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Place cubes of cheddar and mozzarella alternately with black and green olives on a large square or rectangular serving platter, forming a chessboard pattern.
02 - Fill the entire platter maintaining the alternating pattern consistently.
03 - Sprinkle finely chopped fresh parsley over the assembled board for added color and freshness, if desired.
04 - Serve immediately accompanied by crackers or breadsticks on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Try swapping cheddar or mozzarella for gouda, havarti, or other semi-firm cheeses.
  • Use stuffed olives for extra flavor.
03 -
  • Perfect with a crisp white wine or sparkling water.
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cheeses.
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