Meat Cheese Festive Stocking

A show-stopping holiday charcuterie board arranged in the shape of a festive stocking featuring a vibrant selection of cured meats artisan cheeses fresh fruits and accompaniments perfect for holiday gatherings.

This festive stocking charcuterie board combines my love for creative presentation and delicious party food making holiday hosting effortless and fun.

Ingredients

• Meats: 100 g prosciutto 100 g Genoa salami thinly sliced 100 g spicy soppressata thinly sliced 50 g coppa or bresaola optional
• Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed 100 g brie sliced 100 g manchego sliced 80 g goat cheese formed into small rounds
• Fresh & Dried Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 small pomegranate seeded ½ cup dried apricots ½ cup dried figs halved
• Accompaniments: ½ cup mixed olives ¼ cup cornichons or mini gherkins ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts ½ cup honey or fig jam
• Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette sliced 1 box assorted crackers
• Garnish: Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs Edible flowers optional

Instructions

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Step 1:

On a large board or platter sketch or outline the shape of a Christmas stocking with parchment paper if desired to use as a guide.

Step 2:

Begin by placing the cheeses in clusters to form the base and toe of the stocking.

Step 3:

Fold and layer the meats along the side and ankle sections alternating colors and textures for visual interest.

Step 4:

Fill in spaces with clusters of grapes raspberries and pomegranate seeds to create a festive vibrant look.

Step 5:

Arrange dried fruits olives and cornichons in small groups throughout the board.

Step 6:

Add crackers and sliced baguette around the edge or in a cuff shape at the top of the stocking.

Step 7:

Drizzle honey or place jam in a small bowl on the side.

Step 8:

Garnish generously with fresh rosemary thyme and edible flowers for a holiday touch.

Step 9:

Serve immediately replenishing as needed.

Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Gathering around this charcuterie board has become a family tradition bringing everyone closer during the holidays.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Paring knife Cheese knives Small bowls or ramekins Serving tongs

Allergen Information

Contains milk cheese tree nuts pecans walnuts and gluten bread crackers Meats may contain traces of mustard soy or other allergens check packaging

Nutritional Information

Calories 350 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 20 g Protein 16 g per serving estimated

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This festive stocking charcuterie board will wow your guests and make holiday entertaining simple and elegant.

Questions & Answers

→ What meats are best for this board?

Prosciutto, Genoa salami, spicy soppressata, and coppa or bresaola offer a flavorful, textured selection ideal for layering and contrasting tastes.

→ Which cheeses complement the meats?

Aged cheddar, brie, manchego, and goat cheese rounds provide a balance of creamy, sharp, and mild notes that enhance the savory meats.

→ How do I arrange the fruits on the board?

Cluster fresh grapes, raspberries, and pomegranate seeds in gaps for color and freshness, while dried apricots and figs add chewy texture and sweetness.

→ What accompaniments pair well with the flavors?

Mixed olives, cornichons, candied pecans or walnuts, along with honey or fig jam, offer briny, crunchy, and sweet contrasts to the meats and cheeses.

→ Can this be adapted for vegetarians?

Yes, omit the meats and include marinated vegetables or extra nuts to maintain variety and texture in the arrangement.