Jingle Bell Cheese Board (Printer-friendly)

A vibrant assortment of cheeses, fruits, and savory accompaniments for festive gatherings.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds

→ Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Fruits

07 - 1 cup red grapes, washed
08 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
09 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
13 - ½ cup dried cranberries
14 - ½ cup marinated olives
15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - ¼ cup fig jam

→ Crackers & Bread

17 - 1 baguette, sliced
18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers

→ Garnishes

19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Fresh thyme sprigs

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the Brie, Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese spaced out on a large serving board or platter to create visual balance.
02 - Position the prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses, folding slices for an appealing presentation.
03 - Cluster red grapes, green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple slices, and pear slices near the cheeses and meats for color contrast.
04 - Distribute candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives into remaining spaces on the board.
05 - Place honey and fig jam into small bowls and set them on the board within easy reach.
06 - Stack or fan sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the board edges for easy access.
07 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to enhance the festive atmosphere.
08 - Present immediately with small cheese knives and spreaders available for guests.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to assemble with no cooking required.
  • Perfectly balanced with creamy cheeses, fresh fruits, and savory charcuterie.
  • Customizable for vegetarian or non-vegetarian guests.
  • A festive and colorful addition to holiday parties and celebrations.
02 -
  • Use a large serving board or platter for a spacious and attractive layout.
  • Present honey and fig jam in small bowls to keep the board clean and organized.
  • Provide cheese knives and spreaders so guests can serve themselves easily.
  • Arrange ingredients in clusters. This creates visual interest and makes picking flavors effortless.
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