A visually stunning board showcasing premium meats, cheeses, and seasonal accents for elegant entertaining.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz soppressata
03 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast
04 - 3.5 oz wild boar salami or robust salami substitute
→ Cheeses
05 - 4.2 oz aged cheddar, cubed
06 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced
08 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled
→ Accompaniments
09 - 1 cup mixed olives (green and black)
10 - 1 cup cornichons or small gherkins
11 - 1/2 cup whole grain mustard
12 - 1/2 cup cranberry chutney or fig jam
13 - 1 cup roasted nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/2 cup fresh red grapes
16 - 1 small honeycomb or 3 tbsp honey
→ Garnishes and Decorative Elements
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs to mimic pine branches
18 - Pomegranate seeds for color
19 - Edible flowers (optional)
20 - Crackers and/or sliced rustic bread (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter to serve as the foundation.
02 - Position cheeses in distinct clusters, keeping space clear for other ingredients.
03 - Fold and roll meats artistically to resemble logs and tree trunks, layering for depth.
04 - Fill small bowls with mustard, chutney, and olives, then arrange them thoughtfully on the board.
05 - Distribute nuts, dried apricots, and grapes evenly across the board.
06 - Intertwine fresh rosemary sprigs to imitate pine branches among the items.
07 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and edible flowers over the arrangement to add vibrant color.
08 - Drizzle honey onto blue cheese or provide honeycomb on the side.
09 - Place crackers or sliced rustic bread along the board’s edge or serve separately.
10 - Keep chilled until serving and bring to room temperature 20 minutes prior for optimal flavor.
