Name: Charcuterie Platter
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Italian

February 17, 2026

A charcuterie board is an easy and stylish way to serve a mix of sausage, cheese, fresh fruit, crackers, dips, and antipasti. You can customize the exact quantities and types of cheese and sausage depending on the number of guests and whether the platter is a main course or appetizer. Plan for about 120 grams of sausage and 100 grams of cheese per person for a main meal, or 80 grams of sausage and 50–70 grams of cheese for a snack. The recipe provides step-by-step guidance on arranging the platter, selecting complementary ingredients, and adding decorative touches like fresh fruit, herbs, and nuts to create an appealing and balanced spread.

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Charcuterie Platter

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Instructions

First, place the cheese and bowls (for dips, antipasti, melted cheeses, etc.) on the board. Unwrap the cheese and slice it completely or partially.

Next, arrange the sausage and ham on the board. Fold or roll thin slices for this.

To make a salami rose, arrange thinly sliced salami slices overlapping in a circle around the rim of a narrow glass. Repeat this process until there are 3 or 4 layers, then turn the glass upside down and remove it.

Fill the provided bowls with antipasti, cheese accompaniments, dips and liquid cheeses.

Next, arrange the fruit and crackers decoratively on the empty spaces of the charcuterie platter. Distribute the fruit in such a way that it creates attractive color contrasts.

Finally, fill any empty spaces with nuts, dried or fresh fruit or more crackers and decorate the charcuterie platter with fresh herbs as desired.

Serve a platter of sausage and cheese with bread and butter on the side.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cheese Temperature Magic 🧀
Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30-45 minutes before serving to allow them to reach room temperature, which enhances their flavor and texture dramatically.
Artistic Arrangement Technique 🎨
Create visual interest by using odd numbers of items and varying heights - stack soft cheeses, fan out meats, and use small bowls or ramekins to break up the platter's landscape.
Flavor Pairing Mastery 🍯
Strategically place complementary condiments like fig mustard, honey, or fruit preserves near specific cheeses to guide guests in creating perfect flavor combinations.
Strategic Ingredient Balance 📐
Aim for a color and texture variety by including at least three types of protein (e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo), two soft cheeses, two hard cheeses, and a mix of salty and sweet accompaniments.
Moisture Prevention Hack 💧
Use small pieces of parchment paper between different ingredients to prevent moisture transfer and maintain the integrity of each component's texture.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.