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Rustic Snack Board

This dish consists of a spontaneous assembly of various snacks such as roasted cherry tomatoes, salty crackers, and sharp cheddar cheese, arranged on a large board. It emphasizes a relaxed, haphazard presentation, showcasing a mix of textures from juicy tomatoes to crunchy crackers and creamy cheese. The final appearance is colorful and inviting, with ingredients grouped loosely in an intentionally imperfect style.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes preferably ripe and firm
  • 1 cup crackers salty variety
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese cut into irregular chunks

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 15 minutes until the tomatoes are blistered and fragrant.
    2 cups cherry tomatoes
  2. While the tomatoes roast, cut the cheddar cheese into uneven, rustic chunks using a chef's knife to enhance the haphazard aesthetic. Arrange the crackers and cheese on a large serving board, leaving space for the roasted tomatoes.
    1 cup crackers, 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  3. Once the cherry tomatoes are done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Then, scatter them loosely over the cheese and crackers on the board. Their juicy, blistered appearance adds color and texture variance.
    2 cups cherry tomatoes
  4. Garnish the board with additional casual touches if desired, such as slices of watermelon or a handful of nuts. Serve immediately to enjoy the mix of warm, roasted tomatoes with crunchy crackers and creamy cheese.