Celestial Night Grazing Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant board featuring cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruits, and celestial-themed snacks for effortless entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz blue cheese (e.g., Roquefort or Gorgonzola)
02 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz goat cheese, log
04 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced into wedges

→ Charcuterie

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
07 - 2.8 oz smoked turkey or beef, sliced

→ Fruits

08 - 1 bunch black grapes
09 - 1 small punnet blueberries
10 - 1 fig, quartered
11 - 1 pear, thinly sliced

→ Breads & Crackers

12 - 1 small baguette, sliced
13 - 3.5 oz seeded crackers
14 - 3.5 oz charcoal crackers (for celestial effect)

→ Accompaniments

15 - 2.1 oz roasted almonds
16 - 2.1 oz dark chocolate stars or moon-shaped candies
17 - 1.8 oz honeycomb
18 - 2 tbsp fig jam

→ Garnish

19 - Edible flowers (e.g., violets, pansies)
20 - Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs

# How To Make It:

01 - Place cheeses in separate sections on a large serving board, ensuring even spacing to create visual appeal.
02 - Fan out the prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey or beef slices in curved patterns between the cheeses, resembling the Milky Way.
03 - Scatter black grapes, blueberries, fig quarters, and pear slices around the board to fill gaps and introduce vibrant color.
04 - Position sliced baguette, seeded crackers, and charcoal crackers in small stacks or flowing waves along the edges.
05 - Distribute roasted almonds, chocolate stars, honeycomb, and a small dish of fig jam in remaining open spaces for variety.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers and sprigs of fresh rosemary or thyme to achieve a celestial and natural finish.
07 - Present immediately with cheese knives and small tongs for ease of serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • An effortless no-cook grazing board that combines a variety of textures and flavors.
  • Visually stunning with a celestial theme perfect for evening occasions.
  • Customizable to accommodate vegetarian preferences.
  • Quick to assemble—ready in just 25 minutes.
02 -
  • Arrange cheeses spaced apart to showcase their individual textures and colors.
  • Use the charcuterie to create visual curves reminiscent of the Milky Way for a thematic presentation.
  • Incorporate charcoal crackers for a dramatic, celestial effect on the board.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and edible flowers to add elegance and freshness.
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