Tartan Plaid Savory Layers

# What You'll Need:

→ Jerky

01 - 2 oz beef jerky, thinly sliced

02 - 2 oz turkey jerky, thinly sliced

03 - 2 oz pork jerky, thinly sliced

→ Cheese

04 - 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into thin strips

05 - 2 oz Monterey Jack cheese, sliced into thin strips

06 - 2 oz smoked gouda, sliced into thin strips

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Set up a clean cutting board or platter to assemble the layers.

02 - Lay half of the jerky strips vertically, alternating different types for a plaid effect.

03 - Starting from one edge, weave strips of cheese horizontally over and under the vertical jerky, alternating cheese types to create a woven pattern.

04 - Continue weaving the remaining jerky and cheese strips in alternating directions and colors to mimic tartan plaid.

05 - Gently press the woven arrangement to help it hold together firmly.

06 - Optionally, trim the edges for a neat and uniform presentation.

07 - Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives over the top for added color and freshness, if using.

08 - Serve immediately as part of a charcuterie board or cut into squares for individual servings.

# Expert Advice:

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It's a conversation starter that looks far more complicated than it actually is.
No cooking required means you can make it while everything else is heating up.
The layered textures and flavors keep people coming back for one more piece.

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The strips must be roughly the same thickness or the whole pattern will shift and slide—precision here pays off later.
Work on a cool surface and handle it gently; jerky has memory and cheese will soften slightly, so this is best served within a few hours of assembly.

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