Italian Charcuterie Board

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Take your entertaining to the next level with this Italian charcuterie board that effortlessly combines flavors and textures for a crowd pleasing appetizer. This easy to assemble board will transport you to Italy and have you singing, That's Amore!

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, a cozy date night, or simply craving an Italian-inspired snack, this cheese board caters to every moment.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: board, charcuterie, Italian

Servings: servings

Calories: 439kcal

Author: Chandice Probst

Cost: $25

Ingredients

8 ounces variety of cheeses (I recommend parmesan, smoked gouda, goat cheese, and mozzarella cheese)
8 ounces variety of cured meats (I recommend dry salami, cured chorizo, cured wagyu beef, pepperoni, and other Italian cold cuts)
6 ounces crackers and pretzels
6 ounces fresh berries
6 ounces fresh veggies
3 ounces chocolate
2 small jars of fig jam or spread
1 cup olives
fresh herbs for aesthetic

Instructions

Step 1: Place large items like cheese wheels and wedges on the board
Step 2: Add dips and small fruits to small bowls and place the small bowls around the board wherever you see fit
Step 3: Add the cured meats, crackers, fruits and veggies (I love adding olives to this board!)
Step 4: Add all the yummy treats! Charcuterie board cookies and chocolate covered strawberries are perfect here
Step 5: Finish by adding in the green herbs to give it a live, effervescent look

Notes

Pro tip: Cheese is best served at room temperature so be sure to take it out of the fridge a few hours before serving.

How do you cut cheese for charcuterie?I like to cut cheeses into different shapes to add variety onto the board. Harder cheese is easier to cut while spreadable cheeses might be easier to leave as is. Cutting cheese into small triangles or cubes is my favorite way to "cut the cheese."

What kind of tray do you use for a charcuterie board?The general rule of thumb is that you should have a wooden base for your board but other than that, it's up to you. The size of tray you choose will depend on the number of guests and how much those guests will be eating. A 9x13 board is standard.

Leftover cheese, meats and fruits or veggies can be stored in the refrigerator. It is usually best to just toss leftover crackers as they tend to be a bit covered in cheese.

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