The Perfect Charcuterie Board
The Perfect Charcuterie Board is a delightful mix of cheeses, meats, and accompaniments, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Charcuterie board
- cheese knife set
Ingredients
Cheeses
- 3-7 types hard cheeses (e.g., manchego, cheddar, swiss, gouda, gruyere, parmesan)
- 3-7 types soft cheeses (e.g., brie, goat cheese, havarti, cream cheese) with optional pepper jelly
Meats
- cured meats (e.g., prosciutto, salami, ham, chorizo)
Savory accompaniments
- nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, pistachios)
- briny vegetables (e.g., olives, cocktail onions, pickles)
- savory dips (e.g., hummus, ranch, mustard)
- cold cut veggies if desired
Sweet accompaniments
- fresh fruits (e.g., grapes, apples, berries)
- dried fruits (e.g., apricots, figs)
- sweet spreads (e.g., fig butter, jam)
- chocolate a few pieces or chocolate covered nuts
Crackers
- various crackers (e.g., pita crackers, whole grain)
- toasted baguettes or mini toasts
Instructions
Assembling the Board
- Choose your board based on party size, using multiple boards if needed.
- Start with the cheese, using 3, 5, or 7 types.
- Fold and add the meats, arranging them for easy access.
- Add savory and sweet accompaniments, highlighting colors and pairing flavors.
- Fill extra spaces with crackers and gaps with nuts or fruit.
Notes
To keep ingredients cold, use a marble slab board refrigerated overnight to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 607mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 353IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 1mg
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