Save to Pinterest A sophisticated and beautifully arranged grazing board featuring an array of fine cheeses, delicate charcuterie, fresh fruits, and artisan accompaniments& perfect for upscale gatherings or special occasions.
I enjoy serving this elegant board at dinner parties where guests appreciate the variety and sophistication it offers.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie sliced into wedges, 100 g Aged Manchego cut into triangles, 100 g Gorgonzola Dolce crumbled, 100 g Goat cheese formed into small rounds
- Charcuterie: 80 g Prosciutto, 80 g Finocchiona salami thinly sliced, 80 g Coppa thinly sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes on the vine, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 ripe pear thinly sliced, 1 ripe apple thinly sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted Marcona almonds, 1/3 cup candied walnuts, 1/4 cup Castelvetrano olives drained
- Accompaniments: 1/4 cup fig jam, 1/4 cup honey with honey dipper, 1/2 baguette sliced and lightly toasted, 1 box artisan crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange cheeses on a large wooden or marble board spacing them evenly.
- Step 2:
- Gently fold or roll the charcuterie slices and nestle them between cheese selections.
- Step 3:
- Fill in spaces with clusters of grapes raspberries and slices of pear and apple. Fan the fruit slices for elegant presentation.
- Step 4:
- Add dried apricots nuts and olives in small piles or decorative bowls.
- Step 5:
- Place fig jam and honey in small ramekins or bowls and set on the board.
- Step 6:
- Add toasted baguette slices and crackers to the edges or in a separate basket.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the board with edible flowers or fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) for a final elegant touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately allowing cheese to come to room temperature for best flavor.
Save to Pinterest This board always brings my family together for a relaxed and delightful time sharing good food and conversation.
Required Tools
Large serving board (wood or marble), Cheese knives, Small bowls or ramekins, Small tongs or cocktail picks, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Tree Nuts (almonds walnuts), Wheat Gluten (baguette crackers), Sulfites (dried fruit some charcuterie). Individuals with allergies should check ingredient labels and select certified allergen-free substitutes as needed.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 310, Total Fat 18 g, Carbohydrates 26 g, Protein 12 g
Save to Pinterest This elegant board is quick to assemble making it perfect for last-minute entertaining or sophisticated snacking.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best on this board?
A combination of soft Brie, aged Manchego, creamy Gorgonzola Dolce, and mild goat cheese offers a balanced flavor and texture.
- → Can I make this board vegetarian?
Yes, by leaving out charcuterie and adding extra fresh fruits, roasted vegetables, or marinated artichokes for variety.
- → How should fruits be prepared for the board?
Slice firm fruits like pears and apples thinly and arrange them attractively; keep grapes and raspberries whole and on the vine if possible.
- → What accompaniments enhance this grazing board?
Fig jam, honey, toasted baguette slices, artisan crackers, roasted nuts, and olives add sweet, savory, and crunchy contrasts.
- → How to prevent fruit browning on the board?
Slice apples and pears just before serving to maintain freshness and visual appeal.