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Cook's Corner

Fruit and Cheese Flag

Ingredients

Fruit and cheese flag.1 small watermelon

1 pound low-fat white cheese such as provolone, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack

1 quart blueberries

Directions

  1. Cut watermelon into bite-size pieces.
  2. Cut the cheese into small squares.
  3. Place a small square bowl at the top left-hand corner of a rectangular plate or tray.
  4. Arrange the watermelon and cheese pieces in alternating rows to form the stripes of a flag.
  5. Put the blueberries in the bowl to form the stars of the flag.

Makes 24 servings

Safety tip: To prevent injuries, an adult should slice ingredients.

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