Colorful board of meats, cheeses, fruit, and maple-glazed nuts. Great centerpiece for easy entertaining.
# Components:
→ Maple Glazed Nuts
01 - 1 cup mixed nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews)
02 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Meats
06 - 3.5 ounces prosciutto
07 - 3.5 ounces salami
08 - 3.5 ounces coppa or soppressata
→ Cheeses
09 - 5.3 ounces brie cheese
10 - 3.5 ounces sharp cheddar
11 - 3.5 ounces blue cheese
12 - 3.5 ounces goat cheese
→ Fresh & Dried Fruit
13 - 1 cup seedless grapes
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
15 - 1/2 cup figs, halved
16 - 1 medium apple, sliced
17 - 1/2 cup pomegranate arils (optional)
→ Accompaniments
18 - 1/2 cup olives (green or black)
19 - 1/4 cup cornichons or gherkins
20 - 1/2 cup honey or fruit preserves
21 - Assorted crackers or crostini, 1–2 types (gluten-free if needed)
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine mixed nuts, maple syrup, melted butter, sea salt, and cayenne pepper. Toss until coated evenly.
02 - Spread the coated nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes, stirring once during baking, until golden brown and fragrant. Allow to cool completely.
03 - Position all cheeses on the serving board, cutting some into slices or wedges for convenient serving.
04 - Layer prosciutto, salami, and coppa or soppressata around the cheeses, folding or rolling each for an attractive presentation.
05 - Distribute grapes, apple slices, dried apricots, figs, and pomegranate arils in small clusters across the board.
06 - Place olives, cornichons, and fruit preserves or honey in separate small bowls. Space bowls on the board for easy reach.
07 - Evenly scatter the cooled maple glazed nuts throughout the board for crunch and flavor.
08 - Arrange crackers or crostini as the final addition to maintain freshness and prevent sogginess.
09 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate cheeses and meats until ready to serve. For optimal flavor, bring items to room temperature prior to serving.
