1-Cut a fresh pear in half vertically,: Cut a fresh pear in half vertically, using one half as the turkey’s body. Center the pear flat side down on the bottom of your charcuterie board.
2-Attach the edible eyes to the top: Attach the edible eyes to the top part of the pear to create the turkey’s face. Cut a small triangle for the nose out of cheese and make legs out of cheese. If needed, use a small dab of peanut butter to help the eyes and nose stick.
3-Next, fan some of the crackers around: Next, fan some of the crackers around the pear to mimic turkey feathers.
4-Cut the cheese into slices or small: Cut the cheese into slices or small cubes. Arrange the cheese around the crackers, continuing the fan shape.
5-Continue this pattern with sliced ham, pistachios,: Continue this pattern with sliced ham, pistachios, turkey, cheese, crackers, and almonds. Layer these to give the appearance of feathers spreading out from the body.
6-Scatter roasted almonds and pistachios around the: Scatter roasted almonds and pistachios around the board, filling in any gaps and adding texture and variety.
7-Ensure everything is nicely arranged, with the: Ensure everything is nicely arranged, with the pear clearly visible as the turkey’s body and the other ingredients beautifully fanned out to represent feathers.
8-Place the charcuterie board in a central: Place the charcuterie board in a central location for guests to enjoy. Provide small serving utensils if needed.