Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Use a large rectangular bamboo cutting board. Lightly sketch the portrait outline with a toothpick if needed.
- Layer thin Gouda or Cheddar sticks at the top, sweeping from left to right to create a hairstyle. Add Brie slices underneath for volume. Place a few round crackers at the side for texture. Insert the mini American flag at the top right.
- Overlap large salami slices to fill the face area, building up layers for a 3D effect. Use folded Brie or Havarti to sculpt the nose profile on the right side, and a small triangular piece of smoked cheese for the ear.
- Create eyebrows using thin strips of salami. Form the eye with a round piece of cheese and a dark olive or berry. Add a pickled gherkin or walnut near the ear area.
- Use dark blue or speckled crackers to form the suit jacket. Lay Swiss cheese triangles for the shirt collar and lapel. Roll prosciutto or salami strips diagonally for the tie.
- Arrange the mixed berries in the lower-left corner and fill gaps with clusters of walnuts, cashews, and almonds. Add the remaining crackers around the edges.
Final Steps
- Step back and adjust any elements as necessary. Add a small ramekin of honey or fig jam on the side. Serve immediately or refrigerate covered for up to 2 hours.
Notes
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator. Can be kept for up to 2 hours at room temperature. Wrap tightly for a maximum of 24 hours in the fridge. Not recommended to freeze due to texture changes in cheeses and meats.
