🧀 How to Build a Simple Charcuterie Board Creating a charcuterie board is easier than it looks — it’s really just about balance, color, and variety. Here’s how to do it: 1. Start with your base. Use any large board or platter you have — wood, marble, or even a baking sheet works fine. 2. Pick your meats. Choose 2–3 types like salami, prosciutto, or pepperoni. Fold or roll the slices to make them look neat and add some height. 3. Add some cheeses. Go for a mix of textures and flavors: Something soft (like brie or goat cheese) Something firm (like cheddar or manchego) Something bold (like blue cheese, if you like it) 4. Bring in the extras. Add variety with things like: Crackers or sliced baguette Fresh fruit (grapes, apple slices, berries) Dried fruit (apricots, figs, cranberries) Nuts (almonds, pistachios, pecans) Something pickled or salty (olives, cornichons) A sweet touch (honey or jam) 5. Put it all together. Start with the cheeses, then the meats, and fill in the spaces with everything else. Don’t worry about it being perfect — a little “organized chaos” makes it look even better. 6. Finishing touches. Add a few sprigs of rosemary or thyme for color, and you’re done!