Appetizer board, the board of cold cuts and cheeses that combines authentic flavors and different textures in an irresistible mix.
This board is the perfect solution to surprise guests without spending hours in the kitchen and is ideal for an appetizer with friends, a casual dinner, or a special evening.
With a few well-selected ingredients, you can create an elegant charcuterie board, tasty and scenic, without stress.
For my board, I chose some Italian excellences, starting with the cold cuts, which tell the story of our regions: the salami with its strong flavor, the delicate and refined prosciutto, the soft and flavorful pancetta, and the dry sausages, a classic of rustic appetizers.
The cheeses, essential in any board, complete the taste experience: the aged and umami-rich Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, the fresh and slightly tangy goat cheese. I also chose to add a French cheese, brie.
To complete everything, I added pickled onions, which with their sweet and sour note balance the more intense flavors, and the freselle, crunchy and perfect to enjoy with cold cuts and cheeses.
This gourmet board is the ideal choice for a simple yet flavorful appetizer, to share with friends and family, perhaps accompanied by a good glass of wine.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, you can write a comment or use the contact form you find at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6 People
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
- Energy 266.85 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 6.39 (g) of which sugars 0.96 (g)
- Proteins 18.69 (g)
- Fat 18.36 (g) of which saturated 6.25 (g)of which unsaturated 7.35 (g)
- Fibers 0.61 (g)
- Sodium 723.97 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 80 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Appetizer Board Ingredients
- 3 oz salami
- 3 oz prosciutto
- 3 oz pancetta
- 2 oz dry pork sausages
- 1.75 oz Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
- 1.75 oz goat cheese
- 1.75 oz brie
- 3 oz pickled onions
- 1.75 oz freselle (Frisella)
Tools
- Cutting Board
- Bowls
Appetizer Board Recipe
Begin the preparation of the appetizer board by placing two bowls on the chosen board. Put the Parmigiano Reggiano in one and the pickled onions in the other.
Also place the brie divided into three parts on the board.
Continue by placing a smaller bowl with the goat cheese.
Start arranging the cold cuts: start with prosciutto and pancetta and try not to leave empty spaces between each slice.
Continue by also placing the slices of salami and the dry sausage cut into pieces on the board.
Finish the preparation with the freselle.
Your appetizer board is ready to be served.
Appetizer Board
Check this section to clarify your doubts, if you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
You can also enrich your board with Savory Mousses, no-cook, easy and quick
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
What accompaniments to add to an appetizer board?
In addition to cold cuts and cheeses, you can enrich the board with fresh fruit (grapes, figs, pears), honey, jams, nuts, and crunchy bread.
What wine to pair with a cold cuts and cheese board?
It depends on the ingredients, but in general, a fresh white wine like Vermentino or Prosecco is perfect with delicate cheeses and cold cuts, while a soft red wine like Chianti or Lambrusco pairs well with more intense flavors.
Can I prepare the board in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the board a few hours in advance, wrapping it in plastic wrap and storing it in the refrigerator. Add the bread and the more delicate elements (like pickled onions) just before serving.
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