How to Make a Charcuterie Board - ULTIMATE CHEESE BOARD

Making an Epic Charcuterie Board is easier than you think. Learn how to pair cheeses, cured meats, and fruit like a pro.
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CHARCUTERIE BOARD SHOPPING LIST:
►Cheese: Get different textures - spreadable, hard
Mozzarella Cheese Balls - marinated
Spreadable Cheese - “triple cream cheese” such as st. Andre, or De Bourgogne,
Soft Cheese - Brie, Cranberry or blueberry goat cheese
Hard cheeses - Vermont white cheddar, Manchego

►Nuts:
Pecans
Pistachios
Honey Roasted almonds

►Meats (buy a multipack at Costco)
Salami
Prosciutto
Coppa
Calabrese or Pepperoni

►Fruit: -go with whatever is seasonal
Strawberries - pairs with mozzarella, camembert
Blueberries - pairs with brie, camembert
Grapes - pairs well with mozzarella, camembert
Apples - pairs well with cheddar, mozzarella, brie, camembert, manchego,
Pears - pairs well with brie, mozzarella, brie, manchego,
Clementine segments - pairs with brie,
Seasonal fruit - Figs, Peaches, Pomegranates - goat cheese

►Crackers or Bread: keep them simple - no complex flavors
Water crackers
Little Toasts (prepared like for bruschetta)
Artisan Crackers
Pita triangles
Gluten-free cracker

►Pickled:
Olives (all pitted)
Tiny pickles or Gerkins
Artichoke hearts - get the marinated ones

►Condiments:
Fig & strawberry spread
Honey with a honey stick

►Treat
- Dark Chocolate bars next to berries

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⏱️TIMESTAMPS⏱️
0:00 Intro
0:28 Serving platter options
1:00 Best cheese for a charcuterie board
2:47 Best meat for a charcuterie board
4:12 Best charcuterie board accouterments
6:44 How to toast baguette
8:35 Serving utensils for a charcuterie board
9:57 Taste test

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[D-stut]

I catered a bachelorette party today and it was my first time making a charcuterie board. I used your techniques and the ladies loved

[janeperkins]

i followed your advice and made a board for my first Wharf Marina party. when someone asked if i do this professionally, i knew i needed to write and thank you for your excellent advice. thank you x a million.

[h_rico]

I’m 24 years old, always loved cooking, but only learned Puerto Rican recipes. Since I’ve left home fours years ago for the military, I’ve learned so many recipes from you and have impressed many. Thank you 🙏 Have a blessed New Years!

[diamondhair]

One of the easiest, classy, not too pricey charcuterie boards.... looks yummy and beautiful !

[mimimcgee]

I watched this at least three times before making my board tonight. It turned out great! I particularly loved the tip about working in odd numbers. I used to work in even numbers and I think that’s what was holding my presentation back. Tonight was the best board ever! Thanks for all your great tips! You’re the best! 💜

[swally]

Natasha, you probably won't see this comment, but if you do. I really enjoy your video's. I'm a professional Chef from Scotland, you are so happy in the kitchen and its inspiring to see, people who care and enjoy what they do, all the very best to you and your family.

[Chryslerdealership]

I was literally laying in bed this morning, thinking about wanting to learn how to make a cheese board 😆🙏🏻💗😋

[JustBHappy]

I watched so many videos before making my first board and yours was by far the easiest to follow for a beautiful board at a very reasonable price. I made 2 large boards and everyone loved them. They all thought I made them all the time and were shocked when I told them it was my first time. Thank You so much.

[charitykennedy]

Thank you for being so down to earth with this. I love that you aren't Snooty about what to buy and everything having to be exotic. I especially loved you buying the pre-sliced meats from Costco. That is what I bought and was worried it was going to come off poorly. You demonstrated how to make that convenient purchase beautiful in execution. THANK YOU!!

[tianopaoo]

You are a breath of fresh air.
I like how you commented on how this is your job and how grateful you are....💜
Keep up your good work and stay blessed in the love of Christ🙏💜

[Smilealot]

I’m gonna go have a party with myself! 🤣😂🤣😂

[SaintMolotov]

You make me feel like I can make my own Charcuterie Board. I love how you broke the process down into doable steps. Feeling excited to try your method. Thank you.

[cabbagecrosby]

I was given one of these boards as a wedding present, and my husband thinks we’re not fancy enough to actually use it. I want to give it a try and am glad to have learned how to fill it! I think it will be a great idea for my baby shower in a few months! :D

[wolftotem]

Sweet deal.
Just need this, some good wine, a stack of books and my old Blues records and I will see you all well into 2024!
🎉🎉

[greenbeangrowsgreen]

my wife made this for work... now she has to make it every month. such a huge hit. Thanks Natasha.

[debbiegibson]

That apple heart is one of the coolest things I have ever seen!

[mollydaniels]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video! You have perfectly broken down something intimidating into a simple step by step process that definitely feels doable now! I'm going to be making my first charcuterie board for Thanksgiving and I felt lost and nervous and now I feel like it's something I can definitely do and do well, thanks to you!!!

[ClassicClassics]

That's not just a food board. That's ART - A Masterpiece!!!! Best on YT!

[judycooper]

That is really tempting….I love that the design completely fills the gaps and it looks so appetising. Great work …

[bonniedubuisson]

Grandma, mom, and I have put platters together like this for years, (I in my 70's). Never knew there was a fancy name for it until recently
Thank you for demo.