Create Your Very Own Masterpiece

Luxury Cheese Board Charcuterie Platter

Easy as 1 - 2 - 3

Crafting a delicious cheese board charcuterie platter might sound fancy, but it's actually quite easy and fun. Charcuterie originally referred to cold cured meat.

If you follow the "3 3 3 3 Rule" for charcuterie boards - 3 meats, 3 cheeses, 3 starches, and 3 accompaniments, you have a winning recipe for the perfect board. This guide breaks it down into three simple steps, so you can share a tasty and beautiful spread with your friends and family.

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Step 1: Gather Your Goodies

Start by collecting your main ingredients:

Cheeses: Choose a mix of soft, semi-soft, and hard cheeses. Think of ones like brie, cheddar, and gouda.
Cured Meats: Get a variety of meats like prosciutto, salami, and maybe some sausages.
Accompaniments: These are the extras that make your platter special. Fruits like grapes, figs, or apples. You'll also want nuts, like almonds or walnuts, and some bread or crackers.I like to add a little dish of red pepper jelly just to spice things up.

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Step 2: Arrange with Style

Now it's time to make your platter look amazing:

Cheese and Meat Placement: Put your cheeses and meats on the platter. You can roll, fold the meats or make little piles. Spread them out so it looks nice.
Add the Extras: Place the fruits, nuts, and bread or crackers around the cheeses and meats. Make it colorful and interesting.
A charcuterie platter that looks good makes people excited to eat, encourages them to try new things, and makes the meal more enjoyable. Plus, it's fun to take pictures and share the delicious-looking food on social media.

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Step 3: Mix and Match for Flavour

The final step is all about combining flavours:

Try Pairings: Experiment with different combinations. Put soft cheese on a cracker, or pair a slice of meat with a piece of fruit.
Sip Something Nice: Enjoy your platter with drinks like wine, beer, or even tea. Pick something that goes well with the flavours you selected for your platter.
The basic cheese board has morphed into a culinary marvel by including trends like dessert boards, breakfast boards, and even vegan boards.
Create your very own masterpiece by selecting items you know your guests will love!

Share the Joy: Invite your friends and family to join in. Talk about what you like best and have a good time eating together.

Creating a cheese board charcuterie platter is about having fun with food and sharing tasty bites with loved ones. Just remember these three steps, and you'll be a platter pro in no time!