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Once you decide what to serve on your board, it’s as easy as opening and arranging your food. Not sure where to start? I’ve got some Christmas charcuterie board ideas to guide you in the right direction.
How To Make One
The first thing you want to do is to establish what kind of board you want to use and what size. Obviously, the size will depend on how many people you’re expecting and the type of board you use is all about personal preference.
You don’t necessarily have to use a wooden board; any type of flat surface will do. I have several chopping blocks and boards, and this is one of my go-to's for making charcuterie. It's nice and worn in and heavy so it doesn't slide easily.
Shea Goldstein
Sometimes, however, I like to use a silver platter I have because the size is great and it’s a pretty display.
Shea Goldstein
After you choose your base, you'll need a few small pieces that will keep some of the things that are wet, runny or tiny from infringing on everything else (you don't want the honey to sweeten everything).
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Shea Goldstein
What to Put on a Christmas Charcuterie Board
Meats to add to your board are soppressata, pepperoni, salami, prosciutto, candied bacon and other cured meats are perfect to add to your board. If this is going to be the main food event, you’ll need about 5 oz. per person, and if it’s an appetizer for your guests stick to about 2 oz. Cheese
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Sour (Pickled)
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Bread/Crackers
If you’re eating carb-free or Keto, some good alternatives are endive, artichoke leaves, flax seed crackers, bell pepper wedges and celery sticks.
I washed and prepped everything the night before to make it easier on me because I like to stay ahead, but this is definitely not necessary.
Shea Goldstein
Arrange your board according to your preference, of course tasting a little while you're arranging, because you have to taste test.
Shea Goldstein
To have the full experience, you should have both white and red wines on hand and Champagne would be a great addition because, after all, it's the holidays. Champagne really is a fantastic drink for a charcuterie board because the acidity in the champagne helps to cut through the fattiness of the meats. It also complements the salt and fat, which are two dominant flavor elements of a charcuterie board.
Since this is a Christmas-themed charcuterie board, you’ll want to add some seasonal touches like cranberries, pomegranate arils, rosemary and mint. If you have room, add some candles and festive bows to create more Christmas ambiance. Happy holidays!
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Christmas Charcuterie Board Recipe
Ingredients
Wedge of Brie cheeseWedge of fontina cheeseWedge of Manchego cheeseBlock of cream cheese2 oz blackberry preservesSalami, thinly slicedSummer sausage, thinly slicedProsciuttoPepperoni, thinly slicedOlives, green and blackSmall gherkins picklesGrapes, washed and driedPomegranate arilsBaby bell peppersGrape tomatoes, washed and driedCranberriesBrussels sprouts, halved and roastedRosemary sprigsWater crackersFrench baguette, thinly slicedNutsArrange meats and cheeses according to preference.Fill in the rest of the board with remaining board components.Serve with wine and enjoy. Read More Details
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