How to make a Charcuterie Board

Ingredients

• 6 oz Assorted Cheeses (Mix of textures, colors, and flavors such as cheddar, brie, and blue cheese)
• 0.25 cup Raisins (Round dried fruit for visual interest)
• 1 cup Grapes (Seedless, washed and dried)
• 2 cup Assorted Fresh Fruit (Different colored fruits such as strawberries, kiwi, mango for visual pop)
• 0.25 cup Mixed Nuts (Almonds, walnuts, or cashews (optional))
• 8 pieces Crackers or Breadsticks (For serving with cheese and fruit)
• 2 sprigs Fresh Herbs for Garnish (Rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional))

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients & Equipment

   Collect all cheeses, raisins, grapes, fresh fruit, nuts, crackers, herbs, and the required equipment on your countertop.

   Time: PT5M

2. Place Round & Large Items

   Arrange the raisins and grapes on the board first, spreading them out to create visual anchors.

   Time: PT3M

3. Add Cheeses with Varied Textures

   Slice or break the assorted cheeses into wedges, cubes, or slices, ensuring a mix of soft, semi‑soft, and firm textures.

   Time: PT4M

4. Add Produce & Fillers

   Scatter the colorful fresh fruit and mixed nuts around the board, filling gaps and adding bright pops of color.

   Time: PT3M

5. Garnish

   Place fresh herb sprigs or edible flowers as garnish to finish the presentation.

   Time: PT2M

6. Serve

   Present the board at room temperature and let guests help themselves.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g