Save An elegant and colorful assortment of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, seasonal fruits, and festive treats, perfect for holiday entertaining and sharing.
This grazing board has become a holiday staple in my family gatherings, bringing everyone together effortlessly.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese sliced, 150 g aged Cheddar cubed, 150 g blue cheese crumbled or sliced, 100 g goat cheese log or medallions
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g smoked ham sliced
- Crackers & Breads: 150 g assorted crackers such as water crackers, seeded crackers, 1 small baguette sliced, 50 g breadsticks
- Fresh & Dried Fruit: 1 cup red grapes halved, 1 cup green grapes halved, 1 pomegranate seeds only, 2 clementines peeled and segmented, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup dried figs
- Nuts: 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, 1/2 cup toasted almonds
- Festive Extras: 1/3 cup cranberry sauce or red fruit chutney, 1/3 cup honey with honey dipper, 1/2 cup marinated olives, 1/4 cup cornichons or mini gherkins, Seasonal fresh herbs such as rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden board or platter spacing them evenly.
- Step 2:
- Fold or roll the cured meats and place them around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Add the crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in small piles throughout the board.
- Step 4:
- Fill in gaps with clusters of grapes, pomegranate seeds, clementine segments, dried apricots, and figs.
- Step 5:
- Scatter the toasted nuts in small mounds across the board.
- Step 6:
- Add small bowls or ramekins for cranberry sauce, honey, olives, and cornichons.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or other herbs for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately ensuring a variety of flavors and textures are accessible from all sides of the board.
Save Sharing this board at family gatherings creates lasting memories and brings everyone closer.
Notes
Incorporate festive cookies, chocolate truffles, or gingerbread for a sweet touch. Pair with sparkling wine, mulled wine, or non-alcoholic punch.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, cheese knives and spreading utensils, small serving tongs or forks.
Allergen Information
Contains Milk/Dairy, Gluten from crackers/bread, and Tree Nuts. May contain Sulphites from cured meats and dried fruit. Always check product labels for hidden allergens.
Save This festive grazing board is an effortless way to impress your guests and enjoy the holiday spirit.
Cooking Questions
- → What is the best way to arrange the board?
Start by spacing the cheeses evenly on a large wooden board, then add folded cured meats around them. Fill gaps with crackers, fruits, nuts, and extras to balance colors and textures.
- → Can this board be adapted for vegetarians?
Yes, omit the cured meats and substitute with roasted vegetables or marinated artichokes to maintain variety and flavor.
- → How can I accommodate gluten intolerance?
Use gluten-free crackers and breads to replace traditional options, ensuring all guests can enjoy the board safely.
- → What pairs well with this festive grazing board?
Sparkling wine, mulled wine, or a refreshing non-alcoholic punch complement the flavors and add a celebratory touch.
- → How long does this board stay fresh?
Best served immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and texture, though some elements can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated.