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Crafting the Perfect Charcuterie Board at Home

Charcuterie Board made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces assorted cured meats e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo
  • 6 ounces assorted cheeses e.g., aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese
  • 1 cup seasonal fruits e.g., grapes, figs, or apple slices
  • 1/2 cup assorted nuts e.g., almonds, walnuts, pistachios
  • 1/2 cup olives or pickles
  • 1/2 cup spreads e.g., honey, grainy mustard, or fig jam
  • Crackers or bread about 10-12 pieces

Method
 

  1. Select a large wooden board or platter.
  2. Arrange the cured meats on one side of the board.
  3. Add the cheeses next to the meats.
  4. Fill in gaps with seasonal fruits.
  5. Scatter the nuts across the board.
  6. Incorporate olives or pickles in small bowls or clusters.
  7. Add spreads in small dishes around the board.
  8. Place crackers or bread on the opposite side from the meats and cheeses.