Description
Create an epic cheese board with a variety of cheeses, meats, and bright bites, perfect for entertaining guests. Pair it with carefully selected wines for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
- Wensley Dale with Cranberry
- Cheddar and Roasted Garlic Cheese Spread
- Rosemary Topped Goat Cheese
- Sliced Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Sliced Pepper Jack Cheese
- Gorgonzola Wedge
- Sliced Gouda
- Assorted Crackers (e.g., water crackers, flavored crackers)
- Prosciutto
- Hard Salami
- Jarred Artichoke Hearts
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Sun-dried Tomatoes
- Stuffed Olives
- Dried Apricots
- Dried Cranberries
- Roasted Mixed Nuts
Instructions
- Choose a large slate, wooden board, or a simple sheet pan as the base for your cheese board.
- Begin by placing any items that need to be contained in bowls on the board, such as olives or spreads, leaving space between each bowl.
- Arrange the large wedges of cheese on the board, spacing them apart to allow room for other items.
- Line up the sliced cheeses along the edges of the board for easy access.
- Stack and line up some of the crackers, varying their shapes and colors to add visual interest.
- Tuck slices of prosciutto and hard salami into the gaps, keeping some in reserve to refill as needed.
- Fill in remaining spaces with bright bites like jarred artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and stuffed olives.
- Use dried fruits and nuts to fill any small gaps, adding both color and texture.
- Serve with a selection of wines, such as a Russian River Ranches Chardonnay or a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, for a complete pairing experience.
Notes
Use a sheet pan as a base for easy transport and containment. Choose a variety of cheese shapes and textures for visual interest. Keep extra meats refrigerated to prevent them from becoming greasy. Offer both red and white wine options to cater to different preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg