A vibrant board of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and garnishes ideal for holiday sharing and snacking.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
03 - 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 4.2 oz gouda, cubed
→ Cured Meats
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 2.8 oz smoked ham, rolled
→ Crackers & Breads
08 - 1 baguette, sliced
09 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers
10 - 2.1 oz breadsticks
→ Seasonal Fruits
11 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
12 - 1 cup green grapes
13 - 2 pears, thinly sliced
14 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
15 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Accents & Garnishes
16 - 0.5 cup candied pecans
17 - 0.33 cup mixed olives (green and black)
18 - 0.25 cup cornichons
19 - 0.25 cup whole grain mustard
20 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish
# Method:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter as the base for assembling ingredients.
02 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced across the board to facilitate easy access and visual appeal.
03 - Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses, folding or rolling slices for an elegant presentation.
04 - Cluster the crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in small groups or containers placed strategically on the board.
05 - Fill gaps between cheeses and meats with fresh and dried fruits, balancing colors and textures for visual harmony.
06 - Place candied pecans, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or scattered neatly on the board to enhance flavor variety.
07 - Set a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the cured meats to provide a complementary dipping option.
08 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to impart a seasonal, aromatic touch.
09 - Serve immediately for optimum freshness, or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving.
