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A stylish and thoughtfully curated charcuterie board serves as the perfect addition to a celebration. Whether you want to plan something special for a loved one or host a gathering, you can be sure this presentation of gourmet sausages, cheeses, fruits, pickled accents, and condiments will impress. Here are some tips to help put together an expertly designed board.

How Can You Make a Beautiful Charcuterie Presentation?

1. Choose a Suitable Board

The right board is sturdy enough to support your ingredients and adequately sized to accommodate them. The most attractive presentations look full and abundant. Aim for a smaller size if you don't have plenty of food or are serving a small party. A simple plank works well in this case, but larger options like pizza paddles and cutting boards can be alternatives if you need more room.

2. Plan Your Menu

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The fun part involves selecting the ingredients. At a bare minimum, you'll want to incorporate some delicious meats, like gourmet sausage and salami. You can even include smoked seafood to add a more savory option. Balance that with a range of cheeses in mild, medium, and sharp flavors.

Contrast the salty notes with fruits such as grapes, apple slices, and berries. Condiments like preserves, olives, hot peppers, dips, and spreads add character to the dish. Finish with some nuts, crackers, and slices of baguette for a little crunch.

3. Make It Memorable

Designing a charcuterie board provides the opportunity to be creative with its assembly. Place items that are in bowls first, like olives, pickles, and honey. Then arrange the meats in piles anywhere on the plank. Fill other spots with cheese, crackers, and baguette slices. Use the spaces that remain to accent the board with colorful fruits and nuts. Don't worry about it appearing neat. So long as you fill in the gaps and space out the items to distinguish them from one another, everyone will be happy with the end result.

 

If you need delicious gourmet sausages and smoked seafood to enhance your charcuterie boards, turn to Alaska Sausage & Seafood. Based in Anchorage, the family-owned company is proud to ship its products throughout the country. Turn to them for unique gift packages and a wide range of Alaskan delicacies, including sausage with reindeer meat, German bratwurst, and smoked sockeye salmon. Visit the website to browse their offerings, or call (907) 562-3636 to speak with a representative.

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