Save to Pinterest An elegant assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruits, and gourmet accompaniments, perfect for a romantic evening or festive gathering under the stars.
This moonlight picnic board quickly became a favorite for our family gatherings. Everyone loves picking and choosing their favorites while enjoying the evening outdoors.
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Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie sliced, 100 g aged Cheddar cubed, 100 g blue cheese crumbled
- Charcuterie (optional for vegetarians): 80 g prosciutto, 80 g salami sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes washed, 1 pear thinly sliced, 1 apple thinly sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Accompaniments: 1/4 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans), 1/4 cup olives (green or black), 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fig jam
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small baguette sliced, 1 cup assorted crackers
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Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large board or platter, spacing them evenly.
- Arrange Charcuterie:
- Fold and arrange the charcuterie slices around the cheeses.
- Add Fresh Fruits:
- Nestle the fresh fruits and dried apricots between the cheese and meat.
- Scatter Nuts and Olives:
- Scatter mixed nuts and olives around the board for texture and flavor.
- Place Bowls:
- Place small bowls or ramekins on the board for honey and fig jam.
- Add Breads and Crackers:
- Add sliced baguette and an assortment of crackers in available spaces.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for a decorative touch, if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest Gathering around the board has become our favorite family moment to share stories and laughter under the stars.
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, cheese knives, and small tongs or forks make assembling and serving this board simple.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, nuts, and gluten (from bread and crackers). Olives may contain pits. Double-check all packaged items for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 410, Total Fat 23 g, Carbohydrates 38 g, Protein 15 g.
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This picnic board is perfect for any occasion and can be customized easily to suit different tastes and dietary needs.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What cheeses are best for this board?
Brie, aged Cheddar, and blue cheese offer a variety of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors that complement the fruits and meats.
- → Can the board be made vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and add more nuts or roasted vegetables to maintain a satisfying balance.
- → How should the ingredients be arranged?
Spread cheeses evenly across the board, fold charcuterie slices around them, nestle fruits and dried apricots between, and scatter nuts and olives for texture.
- → What accompaniments enhance the flavors?
Honey and fig jam add sweetness that pairs beautifully with the savory cheeses and meats, while fresh herbs provide a decorative aromatic touch.
- → How to store leftovers?
Cover the board with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Consume within a day for best freshness and flavor.
