A festive charcuterie board with assorted cheeses, meats, seasonal fruits, and garnishes perfect for winter celebrations.
# 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 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
→ Accents & Garnishes
16 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
17 - 1/3 cup mixed green and black olives
18 - 1/4 cup cornichons
19 - 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
20 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Select a large wooden serving board or platter and place it on a stable surface.
02 - Distribute the sliced and cubed cheeses evenly across the board, spacing them for easy access.
03 - Fan out the prosciutto, salami, and smoked ham around the cheeses, folding or rolling slices for a polished presentation.
04 - Place slices of baguette, assorted crackers, and breadsticks in small clusters or baskets on the board.
05 - Distribute halved grapes, sliced pears, pomegranate seeds, and dried apricots to fill gaps and balance color throughout the arrangement.
06 - Place candied pecans, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or scatter them directly on the board for texture contrast.
07 - Set a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the meats for dipping.
08 - Finish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive, wintry appearance.
09 - Present immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving.
