Graveyard Olive and Cracker Skeleton Board
Equipment
- Serving board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 24 assorted crackers (mix of round and rectangular shapes)
- 1 cup black olives
- 1 cup green olives
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, sliced
- 4 ounces salami slices
Instructions
- Place a large wooden board on your counter. Arrange the rectangular crackers in a vertical line down the center to form the spine of the skeleton.
- Add round crackers at the top to create a skull shape. Use two black olives for eyes and a small slice of salami for the mouth.
- Lay out rows of round crackers on either side of the spine to form rib bones. Tuck thin strips of salami between some crackers to add shadow.
- Cut the cheddar cheese into long thin strips. Position the strips below the ribs to look like arm and leg bones.
- Scatter the remaining black and green olives around the edges of the board to fill empty space and complete the graveyard look.
Notes
Keep the crackers dry until just before serving so they stay crisp. If you need to prep ahead, slice the cheese and meats the night before and store them in separate containers in the fridge. Swap salami for turkey slices if you want a milder flavor.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Serving board, Knife
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Serving board, Knife