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Good cheese for cheese board.
Here is a general idea of what kinds of cheeses to get.
A good cheese board invites people to be adventurous and if you serve something inedible on your board someone will likely give it a nibble in the spirit of flavor exploration.
With a mix of sweet and savory elements and a variety of textures coming together cheese boards have a little something for everyone.
A good rule of thumb is one ounce of each cheese for every guest and about five types of cheese is perfect for any size gathering.
How to assemble a charcuterie board.
Any flat surface will work.
Cheese is and should be the star of any amazing cheese board so be sure to pick up some good quality cheeses.
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There s nothing like an epic cheese board and some good drinks to welcome guests.
For a party in which cheese is the main event plan on buying 3 pounds for eight people 6 pounds for 16 people or 9 pounds for 24 people.
Cheese boards are typically assembled on a slate or wooden tray which may be square rectangular or round.
You can also use a plate a cutting board or even a baking sheet.
Pick a variety of about 3 5 cheeses depending on how large your board is.
A cheddar is the traditional route but a gruyère or comté is also a good option.
Start with the board.
A nice brie is a good choice.
I like to keep my appetizers simple and a cheese board comes together quickly with no baking required.
But if you don t already own one don t feel like you need to go out and buy one.