The Art of a Cheese Board

Prep Time15 mins

Course: Appetizer

Keyword: antipasto, appetizer, charcuterie board, cheese board, cured meats, fresh herbs

Author: Lulu's Table

3-4 blocks variety of cheese (brie, aged cheddar, pepper jack, cream cheese topped with hot pepper jam)
2-3 cured meats (prosciutto, pancetta, capocollo)
1 cup variety of antipasto (garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes, stuffed olives, marinated mushrooms)
2 sprigs herbs (thyme and rosemary)
1 loaf french baguette

Grab a large serving platter or wooden board. Place cheeses on board first, and arrange so they are spread out from one another. Cut a couple pieces of each to get it started.
Arrange meats around cheese blocks. For the thinly sliced meats, pinch them in the middle and lay on the board to where it almost makes a tent.
Take antipasto items and fill in open spaces of the board. Top off with nuts, sprigs of herbs, and serve with bread and/or crackers.