Pin It 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 been a favorite at our Christmas gatherings, always bringing joy and compliments from family and friends.
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.
Pin It Gathering around this board creates joyful moments with family and friends during the holiday season.
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), Tree Nuts. May contain Sulphites (from cured meats and dried fruit). Always check product labels for hidden allergens.
Pin It This festive grazing board is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday celebrations, bringing everyone together with delicious flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for this grazing board?
A selection of Brie, aged Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese provides a balance of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors perfect for variety.
- → Can the cured meats be substituted or omitted?
Yes, for a vegetarian option, replace cured meats with roasted vegetables or marinated artichokes without compromising flavor.
- → Are there gluten-free options for the crackers and breads?
Gluten-free crackers can be used to accommodate gluten intolerance while still offering crunchy textures.
- → How should the board be arranged for best presentation?
Space cheeses evenly, surround with folded cured meats, and fill gaps with fruits, nuts, and breads for a balanced and inviting display.
- → Which accompaniments enhance the flavors?
Cranberry sauce, honey, marinated olives, and cornichons add sweet, tangy, and savory notes that complement the ingredients.
- → What drinks pair well with this grazing board?
Try sparkling wine, mulled wine, or a non-alcoholic punch to match the festive theme and enhance the flavors.