Fall-Inspired Ham & Cheese Appetizer Platter
Servings: 4
Calories: 599kcal
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup toasted pecans
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary , divided, leaves removed, and stems discarded
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground sumac
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes , to taste, optional
- 18 small mozzarella balls , wiped dry with a paper towel
- 4 assorted apples , cored and cut into 8 wedges
- 1-2 tablespoons raw sugar , to taste
- Extra-virgin olive oil , for grilling
- German bologna or any other ham-style cold cuts , sliced
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the pecans, cranberries, half of the rosemary leaves, and spices; pulse a few times until well blended and finely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl. Roll the cheese balls in the nut mixture and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Finely chop the remaining rosemary leaves and toss together with apple wedges and sugar in a medium bowl.
- Brush the grill pan with olive oil over medium heat. Grill the apple wedges until they have grill marks and have softened slightly, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- On a large serving platter, arrange the cheese balls, slices of bologna, and grilled apple wedges. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 599kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 477mg | Iron: 1mg