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Charcuterie for a Crowd

1 Dec 2021 Entertaining, Home, Recipes

Everyone loves a good meat & cheese board, amirite? We are taking things to the next level with an epic Charcuterie for a crowd!

A great spread consists of many flavors, colors and textures. I know when you first look at it, it’s overwhelming and a bit daunting. I’m sure you are saying to yourself,  “I cannot do that!” But guess what, it’s literally so easy!

These step-by-step tips will help you create a delectable work of art for you and your guests to enjoy!

How to make Charcuterie For A Crowd

NOTES
  • As mentioned above, there are many flavors and textures you can include in a good charcuterie board. For the meats, choose from a selection of smoked, dry- cured, firm and soft. When selecting the cheeses, have a variety of soft, semisoft, firm, creamy, crumbly, smoked and or stinky. For accompaniments, I like to include a lot of different textures. Crunchy (crackers in various shapes and sizes) Salty (nuts and olives) Sweet (fruits, honey and jams) and Tangy (pickled veggies)
  • Estimate 2-3 ounces (about a palm full) of meat per person and 3-5 ounces (2 palms full) of cheese per person
  • This spread can sit out for several hours once your guests arrive
  • Serve with your favorite wine or refreshing cocktails

SPREAD ITEMS

I generally get all the below items at Trader Joes. This spread includes the below ingredients, but you can go wild here depending on what you think your crowd will enjoy!

The Meat:Calabrese Salami, Prosciutto & Capocollo

The Cheese:Cheddar Bites (cheese curds), Triple Cream Brie, Ciliegine (mozzarella), Manchego, Cheddar

The Nuts:Truffle Marcona Almonds, Rosemary Marcona Almonds & Sesame Honey Almonds

The Fruit: (fresh and dried):Apricots, assorted grapes, pomegranate seeds, raisin blend, blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, dried figs, sliced apples, pears and oranges

The Crackers:Pita Bite Crackers, Fig & Olive Crisps, Cracker Crisps, Wafer Crackers and CheeseSticks

Sweets:Honey Comb

Garnishes:Sage & Rosemary

BUILDING YOUR SPREAD

When creating Charcuterie for a large crowd, I like to arrange several large boards of various shapes and sizes in an area that I want my guests to congregate. In the Joy Household, it’s our kitchen island.

Stack several small plates, napkins and a handful of spreading knives.

The ingredients should be spread out so that your guests can approach it from either side or stand around it and reach a good selection.

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Roll, fold and or layer meats in various spots around the spread, keep the meats covered in plastic wrap or damp paper towel until you are ready to serve (keeps meats from drying out)

Arrange cheeses around the spread. Go ahead and splice or chunk some of the cheeses ahead of time so the guests don’t have to do too much work. Cover the cheeses in plastic wrap or damp paper towel until you are ready to serve (keeps it from drying out)

Prep the fresh fruits then add to spread (except apples & pears which should be added last so they do not brown) Arrange the nuts, fruits, sweets, crackers and garnishes around the boards to fill in large blank spaces.

Set out knives, spreaders etc. And last but not least, remove all coverings you have on meats and cheeses

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small bowls // knives // toothpick holders

Bon appétit!!!

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‘tis the summer of “no” for me, which may so ‘tis the summer of “no” for me, which may sound odd, but let me explain… 

This is the summer of protecting my energy, keeping the good vibes close, and only saying yes to doing the things that truly bring us joy. I have found in the past that my patterns are typically to say yes to whatever may sound like a fun opportunity at the time, even if it’s months in advance. I’m sure you can guess what usually ends up happening, but when that day comes, I dread having made the plans! Most of the time, I would rather be home with my family, enjoying the beach, having quiet nights, etc… Now don’t get me wrong, I love a good time, but I have found the older I get, the simpler I like my life to be. I crave the freedom of not being on anyone else’s schedule, I don’t like being expected to be anywhere, I want my kids to just be free to play with their friends, and simply just enjoy the everyday moments.

My perfect summer looks like this… swimming in our pool, being at the beach with our friends and family, gardening, keeping up with my veggie garden, making yummy dinners, barbecuing, happy hour at the beach, taking walks, drinking coffee on the porch, reading books, watching movies as a family on the couch, playing tennis with my girlfriends … this is all heaven to me. We’re working pretty hard during the days with Marea, so when I’m not working, this is what I love to be doing.

How about you? Do you crave the simplicity? Or do you like having plans? Mix of both?
Now that Summer is officially here, we plan Now that Summer is officially here, we plan to do lots of outdoor entertaining. I loved creating this Summer Solstice tablescape using the most beautiful blue hydrangea, new seaglass melamine dinnerware set, vintage looking wine glasses and other accessories all from @JCPenney. Here’s to Summer Nights filled with laughter and the ones you love! #ShoppingIsBack #sponsored #AllAtJCP

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    ‘tis the summer of “no” for me, which may so ‘tis the summer of “no” for me, which may sound odd, but let me explain… 

This is the summer of protecting my energy, keeping the good vibes close, and only saying yes to doing the things that truly bring us joy. I have found in the past that my patterns are typically to say yes to whatever may sound like a fun opportunity at the time, even if it’s months in advance. I’m sure you can guess what usually ends up happening, but when that day comes, I dread having made the plans! Most of the time, I would rather be home with my family, enjoying the beach, having quiet nights, etc… Now don’t get me wrong, I love a good time, but I have found the older I get, the simpler I like my life to be. I crave the freedom of not being on anyone else’s schedule, I don’t like being expected to be anywhere, I want my kids to just be free to play with their friends, and simply just enjoy the everyday moments.

My perfect summer looks like this… swimming in our pool, being at the beach with our friends and family, gardening, keeping up with my veggie garden, making yummy dinners, barbecuing, happy hour at the beach, taking walks, drinking coffee on the porch, reading books, watching movies as a family on the couch, playing tennis with my girlfriends … this is all heaven to me. We’re working pretty hard during the days with Marea, so when I’m not working, this is what I love to be doing.

How about you? Do you crave the simplicity? Or do you like having plans? Mix of both?
    Now that Summer is officially here, we plan Now that Summer is officially here, we plan to do lots of outdoor entertaining. I loved creating this Summer Solstice tablescape using the most beautiful blue hydrangea, new seaglass melamine dinnerware set, vintage looking wine glasses and other accessories all from @JCPenney. Here’s to Summer Nights filled with laughter and the ones you love! #ShoppingIsBack #sponsored #AllAtJCP
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