Save to Pinterest 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 favorite in our family, bringing everyone together with its beautiful presentation and delightful flavors.
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 to Pinterest This grazing board has created many joyful family moments, especially during holiday gatherings where everyone enjoys building their own perfect bite.
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.
Save to Pinterest This festive grazing board elevates any holiday celebration with ease and elegance.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses are featured on the grazing board?
The board includes Brie, aged Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese, offering a mix of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors.
- → Can this grazing board accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, cured meats can be omitted for a vegetarian option, and gluten-free crackers can replace regular ones to suit gluten intolerance.
- → How should the board be assembled for best presentation?
Arrange cheeses spaced evenly, fold cured meats around them, add crackers and bread in small piles, then fill gaps with fruits, nuts, and festive extras for a balanced and colorful display.
- → What festive extras complement this board?
Cranberry sauce, honey, marinated olives, cornichons, and fresh herbs like rosemary add delightful flavor contrasts and visual appeal.
- → What drinks pair well with this grazing board?
Pairings include sparkling wine, mulled wine, or non-alcoholic punch to enhance the festive atmosphere and complement flavors.
- → How long does preparation typically take?
Preparation takes approximately 30 minutes with no cooking involved, making it a quick yet impressive option for entertaining.