{"id":14935,"date":"2020-12-29T15:28:45","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T09:58:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=14935"},"modified":"2024-09-18T13:56:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T08:26:06","slug":"easy-cheese-board","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/easy-cheese-board\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make The Perfect Cheese Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You can\u2019t beat the wonder and simplicity of a good cheese board. Laden with a selection of the most delicious pairings, complex textures, and beautiful flavors, it\u2019s always a showstopping addition to any table. This<strong> easy cheese board<\/strong> is perfect for the holidays, entertaining, or even a family dinner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"1080\" fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10.jpg\" alt=\"A silver cheese platter with cheese, soup sticks, crackers,fruits, olives, nuts and jam.\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-14938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10.jpg 936w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-887x1024.jpg 887w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-130x150.jpg 130w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-768x886.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-150x173.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-87x100.jpg 87w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-10-390x450.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"why-we-love-cheese-boards\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Why We Love Cheese Boards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> Not only are they beautiful to look at, but they are also so easy to put together. Once you have the cheese, it\u2019s a matter of minutes for the rest to come together. And best of all, a perfect cheese board has something for everyone. It satisfies salt and sweet cravings alike, lets you experiment with various combinations, and is the most fun finger food.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"793\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-793x1024.jpg\" alt=\"cheeseboard  kept outdoors with wine with a bench and book\" class=\"wp-image-14947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-793x1024.jpg 793w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-116x150.jpg 116w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-768x992.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-77x100.jpg 77w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-348x450.jpg 348w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13-150x194.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-13.jpg 836w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 793px) 100vw, 793px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"how-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >How To Make The Perfect Cheese Board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>More often than not, your fridge and pantry will already have a bunch of great sides to help whip up a balanced cheeseboard in no time! You don\u2019t need anything fancy, as long as the cheese is good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basic crackers, nuts, and seasonal fruits or veggies will then round it up perfectly. Feel free to add cured meats of your choice too. I kept this one meat-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What inspired me to make this board was the wonderful range of cheese from the good people at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kumaoniblessings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kumaoni Blessings.<\/a>&nbsp;But please use whatever cheese is easily available to you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>1. Cheeses&nbsp;<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I used 4 kinds of cheeses, a mix of hard, semi-hard, soft, and semi-soft. I prefer keeping the selection of cheese <strong>no more than 3 or 4<\/strong>, to avoid confusing the palate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Garlicky pepper-crusted cheese: <\/strong>a hard cheese with a crumbly texture with a deep nuttiness.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Truffle mushroom cheese:<\/strong> a semi-hard cheese similar to gouda in flavor. Great with simple salty crackers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Camembert:<\/strong> a soft cheese that can be baked or eaten at room temperature. It\u2019s creamy and rich, so good with hard crusty bread.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reblochon-style rind cheese:<\/strong> a semi-soft, delicate, and creamy cheese with a strong aroma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3.jpg\" alt=\"Garlicky pepper-crusted cheese with crackers, cherry tomatoes, jam on a silver platter.\" class=\"wp-image-37009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-234x300.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-800x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-117x150.jpg 117w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-768x983.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-938x1200.jpg 938w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-3-150x192.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2.jpg\" alt=\"Mushroom truffle cheese with crackers, fruits and nuts on a platter.\" class=\"wp-image-37010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-234x300.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-800x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-117x150.jpg 117w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-768x983.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-938x1200.jpg 938w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-2-150x192.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4.jpg\" alt=\"camembert cheese with strawberries, nuts, cherry tomatoes on a platter.\" class=\"wp-image-37011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-234x300.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-800x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-117x150.jpg 117w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-768x983.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-938x1200.jpg 938w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-4-150x192.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board.jpg\" alt=\"Reblochon style rind cheese with fruits and nuts on a silver platter.\" class=\"wp-image-37012\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-234x300.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-800x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-117x150.jpg 117w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-768x983.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-938x1200.jpg 938w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/How-to-make-the-perfect-cheese-board-150x192.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>2.<\/strong> <strong>Fruits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>The pairing of fruits and cheese is a true testament to the saying - opposites attract. The sweetness and tang of fruits balance out the saltiness and creaminess of cheeses, unlike any other accompaniment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the same reason, wine and cheese are such a winning combo - the acidity and sweetness of fruits cut through the creaminess of the cheese and unlock its flavors well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I used plenty of fresh grapes, cherry tomatoes, and strawberries, along with some dried apricots. We also added a delicious strawberry preserve that went great with the crackers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"935\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-935x1024.jpg\" alt=\"cheese, crackers, bread with nuts and vegetables on 2 small plates.\" class=\"wp-image-14946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-935x1024.jpg 935w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-274x300.jpg 274w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-137x150.jpg 137w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-768x841.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-91x100.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-411x450.jpg 411w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8-150x164.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-8.jpg 986w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 935px) 100vw, 935px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>3.<\/strong> <strong>Crackers &amp; Bread&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s amazing how a simple cracker and a slice of cheese can make the taste buds sing. I used plenty of salty crackers and classic baked breadsticks. You can use any kind of bread or crackers you like. We also love my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/easy-everyday-bread\/\">easy everyday bread<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/sourdough-crackers\/\">sourdough discard crackers<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/sweet-potato-crackers-healthy-snack-recipe\/\">simple sweet potato crackers<\/a> on our cheese boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4.<\/strong> <strong>Other nibbles<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Olives, gherkins, and nuts rounded up the arrangement, adding some crunch and kicks of salty flavor! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong> - often a cheese platter will include deli meats, like salami. If you are planning on including a few cured meats, simple chorizo, salami, or prosciutto would be great.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"how-to-arrange-the-cheese-board\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >How To Arrange The Cheese Board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>What makes a cheese board so fun is that there is no mandatory method to the madness. As long as you have your cheese in place, the rest of the elements can be loaded up around it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>- Use a flat surface - it can be a board, platter, plate, or tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-&nbsp; Set the cheeses on it at <strong>room temperature<\/strong> (or bake the brie\/camembert if you prefer serving that way).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>- Place the fruits\/veggies around the cheeses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-<strong> <\/strong>Add little bowls for the honey\/preserves\/olives, etc., if needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>- Fill in the nuts in the extra spaces.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Add in wine or champagne of your choice, and you\u2019re all done!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"756\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-756x1024.jpg\" alt=\"cheese, fruits, nuts, crackers, breadsticks,jam on a silver platter.\" class=\"wp-image-14945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-756x1024.jpg 756w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-111x150.jpg 111w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-768x1041.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-74x100.jpg 74w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-332x450.jpg 332w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2-150x203.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Easy-Cheese-Board-2.jpg 797w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 756px) 100vw, 756px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"faqs\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726645278041\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of cheese can I use?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As a rule of thumb, I make sure we have a mix of soft, semi-hard, and hard cheeses. From that point, it's about selecting flavors that suit the accompaniments you can include. Bread, crackers, fruits, nuts, meats - there is an endless array of options. So if you start with the cheese, it helps to shortlist the rest accordingly!<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726645346677\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of accompaniments can I use on my cheese board?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The list is endless! Pick and choose from the following to make your perfect cheese board:<br\/>Bread\/crackers - crunchy baguettes, sourdough, plain or salty crackers, breadsticks, ciabatta, crostinis.\u00a0<br\/>Fresh Fruits or Veggies - grapes, berries, apples, oranges, pears, tomatoes, carrots.\u00a0<br\/>Dried Fruits - apricots, dates, figs.\u00a0<br\/>Olives\/Pickles<br\/>\u00a0Nuts - Walnuts, almonds, cashews, pine nuts.\u00a0<br\/>Spreads\/Jams - fruit jams or preserves like my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/cherry-jam-recipe\/\">easy cherry jam<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/persimmon-jam\/\">persimmon jam<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/pear-butter-recipe\/\">pear butter<\/a>, or even honey<br\/>Dips - dips are a great addition to cheese boards. Try my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/fried-pickle-dip\/\">easy fried pickle dip<\/a>, <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/pistachio-pesto\/\">pistachio pesto<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/whipped-goat-cheese-recipe\/\">whipped goat cheese dip<\/a>!<br\/>Garnishes - rosemary, thyme, basil.\u00a0<br\/>Olive oil - for dipping or adding on top of brie\/camembert.\u00a0Use a good quality extra-virgin olive oil, or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/easy-chili-oil\/\">easy chili oil<\/a>, or even any one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/diy-infused-oils\/\">homemade infused oils<\/a>!<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others.<\/strong>&nbsp;<em>That\u2019s&nbsp;why&nbsp;I\u2019m&nbsp;always eager to hear from you.<\/em>&nbsp;So go right ahead &amp; drop a comment or reach out on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tashasartisanfoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/in.pinterest.com\/tashasartisanfoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCVZ6gqFGMyEMfrqman0AH_w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a>, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tashasartisanfoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>. I hope you'll love creating and enjoying a perfect cheese board as much as we do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"more-party-appetizers\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >More Party Appetizers<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class='feast-category-index  feast-recipe-index'><ul class=\"fsri-list feast-grid-half feast-desktop-grid-fourth\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/easy-baked-brie-with-fig-jam\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Easy-Baked-Brie-with-Fig-Jam-12-FEATURE-720x960.jpeg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"Easy Baked Brie with Fig Jam\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Easy-Baked-Brie-with-Fig-Jam-12-FEATURE-720x960.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Easy-Baked-Brie-with-Fig-Jam-12-FEATURE-360x480.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Easy-Baked-Brie-with-Fig-Jam-12-FEATURE-180x240.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Easy-Baked-Brie-with-Fig-Jam-12-FEATURE-640x853.jpeg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Easy Baked Brie with Fig Jam<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/baked-camembert-with-rosemary\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Camembert-with-Rosemary-2-720x960.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"baked Camembert with olive oil and chili flakes on parchment paper.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Camembert-with-Rosemary-2-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Camembert-with-Rosemary-2-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Camembert-with-Rosemary-2-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Camembert-with-Rosemary-2-640x853.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Baked Camembert<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/fried-pickle-dip\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fried-Pickle-Dip-7-FEATURE-720x960.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"Fried pickle dip in a serving bowl with veggies and chips around.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fried-Pickle-Dip-7-FEATURE-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fried-Pickle-Dip-7-FEATURE-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fried-Pickle-Dip-7-FEATURE-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fried-Pickle-Dip-7-FEATURE-640x853.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Fried Pickle Dip<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/delicious-caprese-salad-skewers\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Delicious-Caprese-Salad-Skewers-5-FEATURE-720x960.jpeg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"Delicious Caprese Salad Skewers\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Delicious-Caprese-Salad-Skewers-5-FEATURE-720x960.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Delicious-Caprese-Salad-Skewers-5-FEATURE-360x480.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Delicious-Caprese-Salad-Skewers-5-FEATURE-180x240.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Delicious-Caprese-Salad-Skewers-5-FEATURE-640x853.jpeg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Delicious Caprese Salad Skewers<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You can\u2019t beat the wonder and simplicity of a good cheese board. Laden with a selection of the most delicious pairings, complex textures, and beautiful flavors, it\u2019s always a showstopping addition to any table. 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