What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? All the Buzz: Ultra Charcuterie Board! Feel gourmet at home by creating your own charcuterie board the next time you want to serve appetizers. Choose any smoked, dry-cured, or cooked meat to accompany a couple of mellow cheese selections. I like the Edam cheese for its sweet, nutty flavor. It’s nice to have fruit in the form of fresh, dried, or even preserves to balance out the saltiness of the meats. Don’t forget the pickles or olives, which provide a little tang to the palate. Keep the crackers or bread as plain as possible. You want everyone to focus on the flavor explosion going on in every bite. You can go all out and add chocolate morsels and nuts for nibbling. The best part is everyone wins! People pick and choose their own combinations and give you high praise for being such a genius!
ULTRA CHARCUTERIE BOARD
Ingredients:
5 ounces Old World pepperoni, sliced
3 ounces Old World prosciutto, sliced
7 ounce wheel of Edam cheese
8 ounces dried pitted dates
6 ounces mixed olives
10 ounces smoked almonds
1 bag of multi grain baguette slices
Instructions:
Arrange everything on one or two charcuterie boards. The pairing is up to each guest. As long as it is appealing, it definitely promotes conversation. Depending on how large a group you have will determine the number of options you choose. For larger groups I suggest crackers, jam, and spreadable cheeses as a nice complement to smoked meats and fresh fruit. Be creative. Garnish with a few sprigs of fresh herbs.
Lovely. My husband and I make these all the time because we are snackers at heart.
Cheers,
Carolyn
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Right?! Did I mention guilt-free pleasure? lol 👏
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You’ve really outdone yourself with the sweet and savory swag going on here!
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I think you are my biggest fan. Thanks for your overwhelming support. 👏
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Woot! I know legit, real deal foodies when I see ’em! . . . 😉
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Wow. I’m speechless. 😊
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🙂
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Thanks for this. It is a great template for creating a professional looking charcuterie board.
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You’re welcome. Have fun. 😋
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Served with such style.. lovely.. 😉
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I wish I could share it with you, Lisa. 🍃🧀
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Love boards/platters/grazing tables – great way to entertain and satisfy everyone. A fruit platter is on the menu for Easter 🙂
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What time, Judi? lol 😊
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