{"id":15502,"date":"2020-03-02T16:54:26","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T00:54:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/westernhowl\/?p=15502"},"modified":"2020-03-02T16:54:26","modified_gmt":"2020-03-03T00:54:26","slug":"how-to-charcuterie-board-basics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/westernhowl\/how-to-charcuterie-board-basics\/","title":{"rendered":"How to: Charcuterie board basics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Caity Healy\u00a0<\/strong> | Managing Editor<\/span><\/p>\n

For those looking for a delicious, easy and aesthetically pleasing appetizer, charcuterie boards have been all the rage. Charcuterie, a French word which by definition is a branch of cooking involving prepared meats, is something that ages back to before refrigeration \u2014 it was born out of necessity. However, today it serves as a quick, pretty party-pleaser that is not only restricted by the root of its name; charcuterie boards can be modified to match a party\u2019s crowd, one\u2019s budget or even what\u2019s in the fridge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

All it takes to get started is a cute dish or cutting board of some sort and a little imagination. I\u2019ve created two boards for inspiration: a basic meat and cheese board and a pancake board. However, remember that these can be adjusted however one sees fit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Meat and Cheese Board<\/b><\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Salami<\/span><\/p>\n

Gouda cheese<\/span><\/p>\n

Sharp cheddar cheese<\/span><\/p>\n

Almonds<\/span><\/p>\n

Green olives<\/span><\/p>\n

Grapes<\/span><\/p>\n

Marinated artichoke hearts<\/span><\/p>\n

Mini dill pickles<\/span><\/p>\n

Crackers\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Toasted sliced baguette<\/span><\/p>\n

Herbs for greenery (basil, thyme or rosemary work well)<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pancake Board<\/b><\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/p>\n

Pancakes<\/span><\/p>\n

Syrup<\/span><\/p>\n

Blueberries<\/span><\/p>\n

Strawberries<\/span><\/p>\n

Raspberries<\/span><\/p>\n

Whip cream<\/span><\/p>\n

Chocolate chips<\/span><\/p>\n

Butter<\/span><\/p>\n

Peanut butter<\/span><\/p>\n

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Quick tips for charcuterie boards:<\/span><\/p>\n

-The preparation is basic; it\u2019s the presentation that\u2019s key. Try to really fill the board, unless you\u2019re going for a minimal look \u2014 in that case, leave intentional blank spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

-Find cute dishes to serve toppings in from thrift stores. It looks cuter, and it saves you money.<\/span><\/p>\n

-Make sure to mix colors on the board to help it look vibrant.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Contact the author at chealy16@wou.edu<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Photos by Caity Healy<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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