Charcuterie Board Recipe
A selection of meats and cheeses served with house-made pickles.
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Ingredients
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Meats
Cheeses
House-Made Pickles
Accompaniments
Method
Preparing the Meats and Cheeses
- 1
Slice the Meats
Thinly slice the salami, prosciutto, and capicola. Arrange them on the board in a decorative manner.
- 2
Prepare the Cheeses
Cut the cheddar cheese into cubes, slice the brie cheese into wedges, and crumble the gorgonzola cheese. Place them on the board beside the meats.
Making House-Made Pickles
- 3
- 4
Prepare the Cucumbers
Slice cucumbers into rounds or spears, depending on your preference.
- 5
Combine and Store
In a clean jar, layer the cucumber slices with garlic cloves and dill sprigs. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Assembling the Charcuterie Board
- 6
Arrange Ingredients
On a large serving board or platter, start by placing the meats and cheeses in separate sections. Add the house-made pickles in a small bowl or directly on the board.
- 7
Add Accompaniments
Fill in the gaps with olives, nuts, crackers, and fresh fruit, creating a visually appealing spread.
