Elegant cheese charcuterie olives (Printable Version)

A stylish board featuring Comté, Jamón Ibérico, and Castelvetrano olives perfect for a sophisticated appetizer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheese

01 - 2.8 oz aged Comté, sliced

→ Charcuterie

02 - 2.8 oz Jamón Ibérico, thinly sliced

→ Gourmet Accompaniment

03 - 2.8 oz Castelvetrano olives, pitted and drained

# How to Make:

01 - On a clean serving board, visually divide the space into three equal sections.
02 - Arrange the aged Comté slices neatly in the first third of the board.
03 - Fold and layer the Jamón Ibérico attractively in the second third.
04 - Place the Castelvetrano olives in a small bowl or pile them artfully in the final third.
05 - Serve immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor appreciation.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels effortlessly sophisticated without a single minute of cooking required.
  • Three unforgettable flavors create a conversation around what makes each ingredient worth savoring.
  • The visual simplicity puts the spotlight exactly where it belongs—on the quality of what's actually on the board.
02 -
  • Room temperature is non-negotiable—pulled straight from the fridge, Comté tastes muted and Jamón Ibérico becomes rubbery, both tragic losses.
  • Arrangement matters more than you'd think; a thoughtful board invites people to linger, while a chaotic one rushes them through.
03 -
  • Buy from a quality cheesemonger and charcuterie counter if you can; they'll slice exactly as you need and offer guidance on what's at its peak right now.
  • The moment between pulling this from room temperature storage and serving is when everything tastes truest—don't let it linger longer than 20 minutes on the table.
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