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Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Recipe

Vertical view of a Thanksgiving charcuterie board with grapes, cheddar cubes, olives, salami roses, dried fruits, and cranberry relish
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A festive Thanksgiving charcuterie board loaded with seasonal meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and dips – perfect for holiday entertaining and grazing.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 oz assorted cured meats (prosciutto, salami, honey ham)
  • 8–10 oz variety of cheeses (aged cheddar, creamy brie, smoked gouda)
  • 2 cups fresh grapes (red and green)
  • 2 large Honeycrisp apples, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh or dried figs
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts)
  • 2–3 varieties of crackers
  • 1 box breadsticks
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons grainy mustard
  • 1/4 cup fig jam
  • 1/2 cup mixed olives
  • 1/4 cup cornichons or small pickles
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (rosemary, thyme)

Instructions

  1. Select an 18-inch wooden board or large platter. Place 3-4 small bowls at different corners for dips and spreads.
  2. Cut harder cheeses into triangular wedges and space evenly around board, leaving softer cheeses whole with small knives nearby.
  3. Roll prosciutto into roses and fan out salami slices. Arrange near cheeses but not touching directly.
  4. Fill larger gaps with grape clusters on stems and fan out apple slices brushed lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  5. Add nuts throughout empty spaces and place dried fruits in small attractive piles rather than scattering.
  6. Tuck crackers and breadsticks into remaining spaces, some standing vertically. Fill bowls with honey, mustard, and fig jam.
  7. Complete with olives, pickles, and fresh herb sprigs for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Prep ingredients up to 24 hours ahead but assemble no more than 2 hours before serving for food safety and optimal presentation.
  • Store cheeses in wax paper then airtight containers. Keep cured meats in original packaging or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Allow cheeses to come to room temperature 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.

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