Festive charcuterie board with cheeses, cured meats, seasonal fruits, and winter garnishes perfect for gatherings.
# What you'll need:
→ 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
# Method:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter to display all components.
02 - Distribute cheeses evenly on the board, spacing them for easy picking.
03 - Fan out and roll cured meats around the cheeses to enhance presentation.
04 - Place baguette slices, assorted crackers, and breadsticks in small groups or containers.
05 - Scatter fresh and dried fruits to fill gaps and balance color across the display.
06 - Place candied pecans, olives, and cornichons either in small bowls or directly on the board.
07 - Set a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the meat selection.
08 - Finish with rosemary and thyme sprigs for visual appeal and serve immediately or refrigerate up to one hour before serving.
