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 our family gatherings, sparking conversations and delighting guests every time.
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
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden board or platter spacing them evenly.
- Place Cured Meats:
- Fold or roll the cured meats and place them around the cheeses.
- Add Crackers and Breads:
- Add the crackers baguette slices and breadsticks in small piles throughout the board.
- Fill Gaps with Fruits:
- Fill in gaps with clusters of grapes pomegranate seeds clementine segments dried apricots and figs.
- Scatter Nuts:
- Scatter the toasted nuts in small mounds across the board.
- Add Extras:
- Add small bowls or ramekins for cranberry sauce honey olives and cornichons.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or other herbs for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately ensuring a variety of flavors and textures are accessible from all sides of the board.
Save Sharing this board with family creates warm and joyful moments that perfectly capture the spirit of the holidays.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 410 Total Fat 25 g Carbohydrates 30 g Protein 16 g (per serving estimated for 10 servings)
Save This festive grazing board is the perfect no-cook solution to impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses are ideal for the grazing board?
A mix of creamy Brie, aged Cheddar, tangy blue cheese, and smooth goat cheese provides diverse textures and flavors.
- → How can I accommodate gluten-free guests?
Substitute regular crackers and bread with gluten-free options to ensure inclusivity without compromising taste.
- → What fruits complement the savory elements?
Fresh grapes, segmented clementines, pomegranate seeds, and dried apricots and figs add sweetness and brightness.
- → Can the board be made vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, simply omit cured meats and replace them with roasted vegetables or marinated artichokes for added flavor.
- → What festive extras enhance the grazing experience?
Small bowls of cranberry sauce, honey, marinated olives, cornichons, and fresh rosemary create a festive and flavorful touch.
- → How should the board be arranged for best presentation?
Distribute cheeses evenly and surround them with folded cured meats, crackers, fruits, nuts, and accompaniments for visual appeal and easy access.