We teamed up with Stephanie (or better known on Instagram as @ChefanieNass) as the latest host of our Hosted By series! She shared her top tips for a crowd-pleasing charcuterie board, including what should go on it, and how to style it.
RECIPE
FIVE-INGREDIENT HOLIDAY WREATH
What you need:
- Pre-made pie crust
- Grated Mozzarella
- Raspberry Jam
- Rosemary
- Thyme
What to know while assembling:
- Take the pie crust out, and lay it out over a parchment lined baking sheet
- Create an indentation in center with a drinking glass or cookie cutter
- Cut the pie crust into 8 triangles
- Around the outer circumference, spread jam and sprinkle shredded mozzarella
- Pull the tips of the triangles from the center of the crust over the filling towards the outer edge and pinch the pastry together with your fingers
- Bake at 350F for 20 minutes or until golden brown
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs! Optional: add a bow
HOW TO
CHARCUTERIE BOARD TIPS & TRICKS
What you need:
- At least three cheeses, below are the pictured cheeses
- Brie cheese
- Block of cheddar cheese
- Log of goat cheese
- Red or green grapes
- Salami
- Prosciutto
- Crackers (your favorite!)
- Honey
- Roasted almonds
- Chocolate (dark and/or milk)
What to know while assembling:
- Offer at least 3 cheeses. Beyond that, anything goes.
- Have options for every dietary restriction. Gluten-free, dairy free, vegan, etc.
- Minimize mess by chopping, slicing, and removing pits in advance
- Offer variety in color
- Fill all empty space