Charcuterie Boards

The word “charcuterie” is French for “pork butchery” and refers to the art of preparing and preserving meats. Charcuterie boards typically include a variety of cured meats, such as salami, prosciutto, chorizo, and ham. They may also include cheeses, such as cheddar, brie, and goat cheese.

Charcuterie boards are a popular choice for parties and gatherings because they are easy to assemble and can be customized to fit any dietary restrictions. They are also a visually appealing way to serve food, and they can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

  • Classic Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: prosciutto, salami, chorizo, ham, pepperoni
    • Cheeses: cheddar, Swiss, brie, goat cheese, blue cheese
    • Crackers: bread crackers, water crackers, graham crackers
    • Fruits: grapes, apples, pears, berries
    • Vegetables: carrots, celery, cucumbers, radishes
    • Nuts: almonds, pecans, walnuts, peanuts
    • Dips: hummus, tzatziki, ranch dressing
  • Mediterranean Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: prosciutto, salami, chorizo, lamb merguez, feta cheese
    • Cheeses: feta cheese, manchego cheese, goat cheese
    • Crackers: pita bread, lavash bread, crostini
    • Fruits: grapes, figs, olives, artichoke hearts
    • Vegetables: cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini
    • Nuts: almonds, pistachios, pine nuts
    • Dips: hummus, tzatziki, baba ghanoush
  • French Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: prosciutto, salami, ham, duck confit, foie gras
    • Cheeses: brie, camembert, goat cheese, Gruyère, Comté
    • Crackers: baguette slices, ciabatta slices, water crackers
    • Fruits: grapes, pears, apples, berries
    • Vegetables: carrots, celery, cucumbers, radishes
    • Nuts: almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts
    • Dips: Dijon mustard, honey mustard, cranberry sauce
  • Italian Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: prosciutto, salami, mortadella, bresaola, soppressata
    • Cheeses: mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, ricotta salata, fontina
    • Crackers: grissini, focaccia bread, crostini
    • Fruits: figs, dates, apricots, cherries
    • Vegetables: tomatoes, peppers, olives
    • Nuts: almonds, hazelnuts, pine nuts
    • Dips: pesto, marinara sauce, olive tapenade
  • Veggie Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: none
    • Cheeses: goat cheese, Brie, cheddar, Parmesan
    • Crackers: bread crackers, water crackers, graham crackers
    • Fruits: grapes, apples, pears, berries
    • Vegetables: carrots, celery, cucumbers, radishes, broccoli, cauliflower
    • Nuts: almonds, pecans, walnuts
    • Dips: hummus, tzatziki, ranch dressing
  • Sweet Charcuterie Board
    • Meats: none
    • Cheeses: none
    • Crackers: graham crackers, shortbread cookies, sugar cookies
    • Fruits: grapes, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cherries
    • Vegetables: none
    • Nuts: almonds, pecans, walnuts
    • Dips: chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, Nutella
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