Assorted cheeses, meats, fresh produce, nuts, and spreads artfully arranged for easy sharing.
# What you'll need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz Comté, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, log or rounds
03 - 2.8 oz blue cheese, wedges
→ Charcuterie
04 - 3.5 oz saucisson sec, sliced
05 - 2.8 oz jambon cru (prosciutto or Bayonne ham), folded
06 - 2.8 oz smoked duck breast, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
07 - 1 bunch red grapes, separated into small clusters
08 - 1 apple, sliced
09 - 1 pear, sliced
10 - 1 handful cherry tomatoes
11 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
12 - 1 handful radishes, halved
→ Condiments & Extras
13 - 1 small jar cornichons
14 - 1 small jar wholegrain mustard
15 - 2 tbsp fig jam or chutney
16 - 1 handful walnuts
17 - 1 handful almonds
→ Bread & Crackers
18 - 1 small baguette, sliced
19 - 1 packet rustic crackers
# Method:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits and vegetables. Slice apples, pears, cucumber, and radishes just before assembly to preserve freshness.
02 - Place cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board to allow easy access.
03 - Fold or roll charcuterie slices and arrange them between cheese selections.
04 - Distribute fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts in small clusters around the board for visual appeal and balance.
05 - Place cornichons, wholegrain mustard, and fig jam in small bowls or ramekins and position them on the board.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with sliced baguette and crackers, ensuring an inviting presentation.
07 - Present immediately to guests, replenishing items as necessary throughout the gathering.
