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A rustic wooden board filled with an easy beginner charcuterie spread: three types of cut cheese (yellow cheddar, white brie,和 gouda), sliced cured meats (prosciutto folded, salami rounds), grapes, olives, dried figs, walnuts, honey drizzle, and Crackers arranged artfully with visible textures and vibrant colors.

Beginner Charcuterie Board

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An approachable, no-fuss charcuterie board ideal for beginners—just assemble, don’t cook!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 68 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz. semi-hard cheese (e.g., aged cheddar)
  • 8 oz. soft cheese (e.g., brie or triple cream)
  • 6 oz. semi-soft cheese (e.g., gouda or fontina)
  • 4 oz. cured meat (e.g., prosciutto, salami, or ham)
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • ½ cup mixed olives
  • ¼ cup dried figs, quartered
  • ¼ cup walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1216 crackers (e.g., water crackers or baguette slices)
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Arrange cheeses: Place each cheese type at spaced intervals on a large wooden board or platter.
  2. Add meats: Fold or roll prosciutto; fan or fan-fold salami near cheeses.
  3. Fruit & nuts: Scatter grapes, figs, and nuts in small clusters around the board.
  4. Drizzle & garnish: Lightly drizzle honey over softer cheeses; add herbs if desired.
  5. Fill gaps: Tuck crackers into empty spaces and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Label cheeses with small chalkboard stickers if serving guests with dietary preferences.
  • Bring cheeses to room temperature 30–60 minutes before serving for best flavor.
  • Leftovers (if any!) keep wrapped in fridge for 3–4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: Assembly only
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Non-Diet Friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of board
  • Calories: 310 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
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