Description
Learn how to create the perfect charcuterie board, a stunning spread of assorted cured meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and more. This elegant and customizable appetizer is ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying a special night in.
Ingredients
Assorted Cured Meats:
6 ounces prosciutto, salami, soppressata
Assorted Cheeses:
6 ounces hard, soft, and blue cheeses
Miscellaneous:
1/2 cup mixed olives, 1/2 cup pickles or cornichons, 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, or walnuts), 1/2 cup fresh or dried fruit (grapes, figs, berries, or apricots), 1/4 cup honey or fruit preserves, 1/4 cup whole grain or Dijon mustard, assorted crackers or sliced baguette, fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Select a Board: Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray.
- Arrange Cheeses: Start by placing cheeses on the board, spaced apart.
- Layer Meats: Fold or roll meats and position them around the cheeses.
- Add Accompaniments: Include small bowls for olives, pickles, mustard, and honey.
- Fill in Spaces: Complete the board with fruits, nuts, and crackers/baguette.
- Garnish: Finish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- Serve: Present and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Let cheeses sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Experiment with textures and flavors to create a balanced and exciting board.
- Feel free to incorporate additional items like dark chocolate or marinated vegetables for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
