There are certain dishes that immediately bring a smile to your face as soon as you put them on the table. This butter plate in the shape of a Christmas tree is one of them. Creamy butter forms the basis, the red and green accents make it cheerful, and the whole thing feels warm and inviting. Perfect for a cozy get-together or as a festive starter.
Ingredients
- 250 g butter at room temperature
- 10 cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 40 g pomegranate seeds
- 6 small sprigs of rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs such as thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 container of white dip sauce, such as herb cream
- 1 container of red dip sauce, such as tomato relish
- 1 small bowl of extra tomato pieces
Supplies
Preparation
- Let the butter soften so that you can easily shape it.
- Spoon the butter onto the serving board and use the rounded side of a spoon to make broad, wavy lines, creating a Christmas tree shape.
- Sprinkle the butter with paprika and dried herbs for extra color and flavor.
- Spread the cherry tomato pieces evenly over the butter.
- Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds on top for a fresh touch.
- Insert small sprigs of rosemary into the butter so that the Christmas tree shape stands out nicely.
- Serve with slices of baguette and add the white and red dips.
- Serve the bowl with extra tomato pieces separately, so that everyone can add more to their liking.
This butter plate requires nothing more than some bread and good company to make it enjoyable. Set it down, let everyone taste it, and enjoy a moment that will naturally become festive.