Cheese Olive Chess Board (Printable)

Alternating cubes of cheddar, mozzarella, and olives arranged for an eye-catching appetizer board.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place cheese cubes and olives alternately on a large square or rectangular serving platter in a chessboard pattern, starting with cheddar, then black olive, mozzarella, and green olive.
02 - Continue the alternating pattern until the entire platter surface is covered uniformly.
03 - Optionally, sprinkle finely chopped fresh parsley evenly over the arrangement to enhance freshness.
04 - Present immediately accompanied by crackers or breadsticks on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Visually appealing presentation
  • Easy to assemble and serve
02 -
  • Try swapping cheddar or mozzarella for gouda havarti or other semi-firm cheeses
  • Use stuffed olives for extra flavor
03 -
  • Use firm cheese to maintain shape on the board
  • Keep olives drained to prevent sogginess
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