Bold smoky meats paired with creamy cheeses, dark chocolate, and bourbon for a rich and balanced appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Smoked & Barbecued Meats
01 - 5.3 oz smoked brisket, thinly sliced
02 - 5.3 oz barbecue pulled pork
03 - 3.5 oz smoked sausage, sliced
04 - 1 tbsp bourbon (for brushing meats, optional)
→ Cheeses
05 - 4.2 oz triple cream brie, sliced
06 - 4.2 oz smoked gouda, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz creamy blue cheese, crumbled
→ Accompaniments
08 - 2.1 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), broken into pieces
09 - 2 tbsp brown sugar bourbon rub
10 - 1.8 oz candied pecans
11 - 1 small bunch seedless red grapes
12 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tbsp fig or cherry preserves
→ Breads & Crackers
14 - 1 small baguette, sliced and toasted
15 - 3.5 oz assorted rustic crackers
→ Garnishes
16 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
17 - Pickled onions or gherkins (optional)
# Directions:
01 - If desired, brush smoked meats lightly with bourbon and warm them gently in a skillet or on a grill for 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with brown sugar bourbon rub just before serving.
02 - Place smoked brisket, pulled pork, and smoked sausage slices on a large wooden board or serving platter in an appealing manner.
03 - Distribute slices of triple cream brie, smoked gouda, and crumbled blue cheese around the meats for easy access.
04 - Scatter dark chocolate pieces and candied pecans between the meats and cheeses to add texture and flavor contrast.
05 - Add clusters of seedless red grapes, thin apple slices, and small bowls of fig or cherry preserves to the board to balance richness.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with toasted baguette slices and an assortment of rustic crackers.
07 - Top with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional pickled onions or gherkins for brightness. Serve immediately alongside neat bourbon or a smoky cocktail.
