Cheese Plate Recipe
GA PENELOPE arugula peste THE Spanish ADMIRAL chor
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Ingredients
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Cheeses
Accompaniments
Pesto
Method
Preparation of Cheeses
- 1
Slice the Cheeses
Carefully slice the Manchego, aged cheddar, and goat cheese into bite-sized pieces or wedges. Arrange them on a serving platter.
Accompaniments
- 2
Prepare the Accompaniments
Rinse the olives and cherry tomatoes under cold water. Pat dry. Scatter the olives and cherry tomatoes around the cheese on the platter. Add a handful of fresh arugula for garnish.
- 3
Add Crackers
Arrange the crackers artistically on the platter, ensuring they are easily accessible.
Pesto Preparation
- 4
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper. Blend until finely chopped.
- 5
Add Olive Oil
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 6
Serve the Pesto
Transfer the pesto to a small bowl and place it on the cheese platter as a dip.