holiday cheeseboard for small gatherings______________________________Small gatherings are the name of the game this year, probably immediate family or lower-risk individuals close to you. This cheeseboard comfortably feeds 2 and can probably stretch to 3 if you'd like.
Ingredients
- 1 serving tray
- 2 blocks cheese. I chose one hard (triple cream Gouda) and one soft (Brie with mushrooms)
- assorted cold cut meats, like prosciutto and smoked salmon
- assorted nuts, 1-2 types, I chose candied pecans
- assorted dried and fresh fruits, such as grapes and sundried tomatoes
- assorted veggies, such as marinated grilled artichokes, stuffed or mixed olives
- assorted fruit preserves or jams, such as strawberry jam and honey
- assorted crackers, such as multigrain water crackers, stoneground wheat, or your favorites
- 2 servings chocolate, such as truffles or bark
Instructions
- If you intend to cube or cut your cheese into smaller portions, do so while the cheese is cold. Arrange cheese toward the center of the board. Surround with fresh and dried fruits, meats, veggies, nuts, jams and spreads. Lay crackers on the perimeter of the cheeseboard.
- Serve the cheeseboard at room temperature. I allowed mine to sit on the dining table for about 30 minutes before diving in!