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 become my go-to for impressing guests at holiday parties and casual get-togethers alike.
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 This platter sparks wonderful conversations and fond memories whenever shared with family and friends.
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)
Nutritional Information
Calories: 410, Total Fat: 25 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 20 g per serving
Save Assemble with care to create a visually stunning spread. Enjoy the blend of flavors and textures in every bite.
Recipe Questions
- → What meats are ideal for this platter?
Cured venison like bresaola or smoked varieties work beautifully, combined with wild boar salami and duck prosciutto for variety and depth.
- → How should the cheeses be served?
Slice aged comté and goat cheese logs, crumble blue cheese, and arrange them in clusters between the meats for visual appeal.
- → What fruits complement the savory elements?
Red grapes, thinly sliced pears, dried figs, and cranberries add sweetness and texture that balance the savory cured meats and cheeses.
- → Are there any recommended accompaniments?
Toasted walnuts, marcona almonds, wildflower honey, fig jam, olives, cornichons, and pickled onions create flavor contrasts and added richness.
- → How should the platter be served?
Arrange items artfully on a large wooden board with sliced baguette and seed crackers on the side, and garnish with herbs like rosemary or thyme if desired.
- → Can this platter be adapted for gluten-free diets?
Yes. Use gluten-free breads or crackers to maintain the gluten-free option without compromising the overall presentation and taste.