An upscale board showcasing cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and savory accompaniments for elegant gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz Aged Manchego, cut into triangles
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola Dolce, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, formed into small rounds
→ Charcuterie
05 - 2.8 oz Prosciutto
06 - 2.8 oz Finocchiona salami, thinly sliced
07 - 2.8 oz Coppa, thinly sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, on the vine
09 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
10 - 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
11 - 1 ripe apple, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Extras
13 - 1/3 cup roasted Marcona almonds
14 - 1/3 cup candied walnuts
15 - 1/4 cup Castelvetrano olives, drained
→ Accompaniments
16 - 1/4 cup fig jam
17 - 1/4 cup honey
18 - 1/2 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted
19 - 1 box artisan crackers
# How To Make It:
01 - Place cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden or marble board.
02 - Gently fold or roll charcuterie slices and position them between cheese selections.
03 - Fill spaces with clusters of grapes, raspberries, and fan out slices of pear and apple for elegance.
04 - Place dried apricots, roasted almonds, candied walnuts, and olives in small piles or decorative bowls on the board.
05 - Transfer fig jam and honey into small ramekins or bowls and place them on the board.
06 - Arrange toasted baguette slices and artisan crackers on the edges of the board or in a separate basket.
07 - Decorate the board with edible flowers or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for an elegant finish.
08 - Serve immediately, allowing cheeses to reach room temperature for optimal flavor.
