Save A sophisticated and beautifully arranged grazing board featuring an array of fine cheeses, delicate charcuterie, fresh fruits, and artisan accompaniments—perfect for upscale gatherings or special occasions.
This grazing board always impresses my guests with its beautiful presentation and diverse flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie sliced into wedges, 100 g Aged Manchego cut into triangles, 100 g Gorgonzola Dolce crumbled, 100 g Goat cheese formed into small rounds
- Charcuterie: 80 g Prosciutto, 80 g Finocchiona salami thinly sliced, 80 g Coppa thinly sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes on the vine, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 ripe pear thinly sliced, 1 ripe apple thinly sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted Marcona almonds, 1/3 cup candied walnuts, 1/4 cup Castelvetrano olives drained
- Accompaniments: 1/4 cup fig jam, 1/4 cup honey with honey dipper, 1/2 baguette sliced and lightly toasted, 1 box artisan crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange cheeses on a large wooden or marble board spacing them evenly.
- Step 2:
- Gently fold or roll the charcuterie slices and nestle them between cheese selections.
- Step 3:
- Fill in spaces with clusters of grapes raspberries and slices of pear and apple. Fan the fruit slices for elegant presentation.
- Step 4:
- Add dried apricots nuts and olives in small piles or decorative bowls.
- Step 5:
- Place fig jam and honey in small ramekins or bowls and set on the board.
- Step 6:
- Add toasted baguette slices and crackers to the edges or in a separate basket.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the board with edible flowers or fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) for a final elegant touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately allowing cheese to come to room temperature for best flavor.
Save This is a board my family loves to gather around during celebrations and special occasions.
Required Tools
Large serving board (wood or marble), Cheese knives, Small bowls or ramekins, Small tongs or cocktail picks, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree Nuts (almonds walnuts) Wheat/Gluten (baguette crackers) Sulfites (dried fruit some charcuterie). Individuals with allergies should check ingredient labels and select certified allergen-free substitutes as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories 310, Total Fat 18 g, Carbohydrates 26 g, Protein 12 g per serving
Save This elegant grazing board is a simple way to impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What cheeses are featured on this elegant board?
The board includes Brie, aged Manchego, Gorgonzola Dolce, and goat cheese, offering a variety of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors.
- → How should the charcuterie be prepared for the board?
Thinly slice the prosciutto, finocchiona salami, and coppa, then gently fold or roll them before arranging between the cheeses.
- → Which fruits are included and how should they be presented?
Seedless red grapes, fresh raspberries, thinly sliced ripe pear and apple, plus dried apricots are used. Fan the sliced fruits for an elegant look.
- → Are there vegetarian options for this board?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and add more fresh fruit, roasted vegetables, or marinated artichokes to maintain a balanced spread.
- → What accompaniments enhance the flavor of the board?
Fig jam, honey with a honey dipper, roasted Marcona almonds, candied walnuts, Castelvetrano olives, toasted baguette slices, and artisan crackers add complementary tastes and textures.
- → How can the board be garnished for a refined presentation?
Garnish with edible flowers or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to add a fresh and elegant touch to the arrangement.