Savor cured meats, cheeses, fruit, and maple-glazed nuts—perfect for vibrant gatherings and easy sharing.
# 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 - 5.5 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 - 1–2 types of crackers or crostini (gluten-free if needed)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine mixed nuts, pure maple syrup, melted butter, sea salt, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly until well coated.
02 - Spread the nut mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes, stirring once midway, until golden and fragrant. Remove from oven and cool completely.
03 - Place cheeses on serving board, slicing or cutting into wedges for easy access. Arrange meats in small folds or rolls adjacent to cheeses. Add grapes, apple slices, dried fruits, and pomegranate arils as colorful piles.
04 - Fill small bowls with olives, cornichons, and honey or preserves. Position the bowls around the board and scatter cooled maple glazed nuts. Finish by placing crackers or crostini to avoid sogginess.
05 - Present the completed board immediately, or cover and refrigerate cheese and meats until serving. Bring to room temperature just before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
