Save An elegant and luxurious charcuterie board featuring cured venison, artisan cheeses, fruits, and gourmet accompaniments—perfect for special gatherings and festive occasions.
This platter has been a favorite at our festive family gatherings, always impressing guests with its variety and balance.
Ingredients
- Cured Meats: 120 g sliced cured venison (e.g., venison bresaola or smoked venison), 80 g wild boar salami, 80 g duck breast prosciutto
- Cheeses: 100 g aged comté sliced, 100 g goat cheese log sliced, 80 g blue cheese crumbled
- Fresh & Dried Fruits: 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 small pear thinly sliced, 50 g dried figs halved, 30 g dried cranberries
- Nuts & Accompaniments: 40 g toasted walnuts, 40 g marcona almonds, 2 tbsp wildflower honey, 2 tbsp fig jam, Cornichons and pickled onions to taste, Assorted olives
- Bread & Crackers: 1 fresh baguette sliced, 100 g artisanal seed crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cured venison, wild boar salami, and duck prosciutto artfully on a large wooden board or platter.
- Step 2:
- Place cheese selections in separate clusters spacing them between the meats.
- Step 3:
- Fill spaces with bunches of grapes, pear slices, dried figs, and cranberries.
- Step 4:
- Scatter toasted walnuts and marcona almonds around the board.
- Step 5:
- Add small bowls of wildflower honey, fig jam, olives, cornichons, and pickled onions.
- Step 6:
- Serve with sliced baguette and seed crackers on the side or around the platter.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for a festive touch if desired.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and enjoy at room temperature.
Save Sharing this platter with my family brings joy and sparks lively conversations during our gatherings.
Notes
Pair with a robust red wine such as Syrah or a French Pinot Noir. Add fresh figs or apples when in season for extra variety.
Required Tools
Large wooden or slate serving board, Cheese knives, Small bowls for accompaniments, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese), Tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), Gluten (baguette crackers use gluten-free alternatives as needed). May contain Sulfites in cured meats pickles and dried fruits. Always check labels for hidden allergens.
Save This charcuterie platter is the perfect centerpiece to any celebration enhancing both taste and presentation.
Common Questions
- → What meats are featured on the platter?
The platter highlights cured venison, wild boar salami, and duck breast prosciutto for rich, savory flavors.
- → Which cheeses complement this board?
Aged comté, goat cheese log slices, and crumbled blue cheese add varied textures and tastes.
- → What fruits enhance the flavor profile?
Fresh red grapes, sliced pear, dried figs, and cranberries provide sweet and tart contrasts.
- → Are there any nuts included?
Toasted walnuts and marcona almonds are scattered to add crunch and nutty richness.
- → What accompaniments finish the platter?
Wildflower honey, fig jam, olives, cornichons, and pickled onions enhance the savory and sweet balance.
- → Can this platter be made gluten-free?
Yes, by substituting baguette and seed crackers with gluten-free alternatives, it suits gluten-free diets.