Cheese & Snack Board with Parmigiano Reggiano

by Sarah Reed

Ingredients:

  • Parmigiano Reggiano
  • Crackers (multigrain or seeded)
  • Grissini
  • Pretzel sticks or bites
  • Walnuts
  • Fresh fruits (apple slices, red grapes)
  • Dried fruits (cranberries or apricots)
  • Honey
  • Fig or apricot jam

Preparation:

Prepare the cheese:

  • Cut the Parmigiano Reggiano into small wedges or chunks for easy picking.
  • Arrange some pieces whole for visual appeal.

Place the crackers and grissini:

  • Arrange crackers in small stacks or a fan shape.
  • Place grissini in a small bundle or leaning against a jar for height.

Add pretzels:

  • Scatter pretzel sticks or bites in small clusters around the board.

Add nuts:

  • Place walnuts in small piles or in small bowls on the board.

Add fresh fruits:

  • Arrange apple slices and red grapes in separate sections or small bunches to add color and freshness.

Add dried fruits:

  • Scatter cranberries or apricots around the board, filling gaps and adding texture.

Add spreads:

  • Place small bowls of honey and fig/apricot jam on the board.
  • Optionally drizzle a little honey over cheese for presentation.

Final touches:

  • Step back and fill any empty spaces with extra nuts, crackers, or fruits for a balanced and full look.

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