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Grazing Table
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Grazing Table

Impress your guests with this stunning Grazing Table filled with a delicious spread of meats, cheeses, fruits, and more. Perfect for holidays, parties, weddings, or casual gatherings.
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword charcuterie, grazing, snack
Arrange 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 15 servings

Ingredients

  • Cheese: Assorted soft and hard cheeses brie, cheddar, gouda, goat cheese
  • Charcuterie: Cured meats like salami prosciutto, and/or pepperoni
  • Fruits: Grapes berries, sliced apples, and/or dried fruits (apricots, figs)
  • Vegetables: Sliced cucumbers cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, bell pepper strips
  • Crackers and Breads: Assorted crackers breadsticks, and/or sliced baguette
  • Dips and Spreads: Hummus olive tapenade, honey, and/or mustard
  • Nuts: Almonds walnuts, and/or pistachios
  • Extras: Olives pickles, chocolate squares, and/or pretzels
  • Herbs and Garnishes: Fresh rosemary bay leaves, and/or parsley for decoration

Instructions

  • Start by washing and drying all of the fruits and vegetables.
  • Slice the cheeses, meats, and bread into bite-sized pieces.
  • Portion the small items, nuts, dips, and spreads, in small bowls or ramekins.
  • Prepare a large wooden board, countertop, or a long table covered in parchment or butcher paper.
  • Begin by arranging the bowls of dips, spreads, and garnishes at varying points around the surface.
  • Scatter cheeses around the board, balancing the types for both visual appeal and accessibility. Surround them with your selection of meats, fanning out slices or rolling them for presentation.
  • Place the crackers and breadsticks around the board in clusters, making sure they’re easily reachable.
  • Tuck fruits and vegetables into gaps between the cheese and meats, grouping similar colors and textures for a balanced look.
  • Sprinkle the nuts and small extras like chocolate squares in the remaining gaps.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs for a final touch.

Notes

The grazing table can remain out for the duration of your event, so guests can help themselves throughout.