Description
Unlock the secret to creating a stunning charcuterie board that will impress your guests every time. This guide will walk you through the steps to assemble a delicious spread of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and more, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 6 ounces assorted cured meats (prosciutto, salami, soppressata)
- 6 ounces assorted cheeses (hard, soft, and blue)
Accompaniments:
- 1/2 cup mixed olives
- 1/2 cup cornichons or pickles
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts
- 1/2 cup fresh or dried fruit (grapes, berries, figs, or apricots)
- 1/4 cup whole grain or Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup jam or honey
- 1 baguette sliced or assorted crackers
Garnish:
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses: Start with a large wooden board or platter. Arrange the cheeses first, spacing them out across the board.
- Add Meats: Fold or roll the cured meats and place them in clusters near the cheeses.
- Include Accompaniments: Add small bowls for olives, pickles, mustard, and jam. Fill in empty spaces with nuts, fruit, and bread or crackers.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- The key to a great charcuterie board is variety in textures and flavors—salty, sweet, crunchy, and creamy.
- Pre-slice cheeses for easy serving and bring them to room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
