Autumn Harvest Charcuterie Board
Cozy Fall Charcuterie Board with prosciutto-wrapped breadsticks, salami roses, cheeses, mozzarella, and herbs—perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.
Categories: SNACKS
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Ingredients
- 1 small pumpkin or mini pie pumpkin
- breadsticks or grissini
- 6–8 slices turkey prosciutto or thinly sliced turkey
- 8–10 slices turkey salami
- 8 oz Parmesan cheese, cut into rustic chunks
- 6 oz mozzarella pearls or small mozzarella balls
- 8 oz string cheese, cut into thin sticks
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Fresh oregano
- Fresh rosemary
- Black pepper, for the mozzarella balls
Cooking Instructions
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Prepare the pumpkin: Place the mini pumpkin in the center of the wooden board, keeping the stem visible as the centerpiece.
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Make the salami roses: Arrange thin slices of turkey salami in overlapping circles, then gently roll them into 2u20133 rose shapes and place them around the board.
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Wrap the breadsticks: Bundle several pieces of string cheese together and wrap the upper portion with thin slices of turkey prosciutto, leaving the cheese ends exposed.
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Arrange the breadsticks: Place the wrapped breadsticks around the pumpkin like sun rays, adding plain breadsticks between them for texture.
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Add the cheeses: Arrange Parmesan chunks, mozzarella pearls, and small bundles of remaining string cheese around the board. Sprinkle the mozzarella lightly with black pepper.
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Add fresh herbs: Tuck thyme, oregano, and rosemary sprigs throughout the board to create a beautiful autumn look.
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Style the board: Balance the colors and textures, keeping the pumpkin as the focal point and spacing the breadsticks evenly around it.
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Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite crackers or extra breadsticks.
Chef notes
- Use a small, firm pumpkin with a visible stem for the prettiest centerpiece. - Arrange the breadsticks evenly around the board to create a balanced sun-ray effect. - Prepare the salami roses just before assembling so they keep their shape. - Use a mix of cheeses with different textures for a more appealing board. - Add fresh herbs at the very end to keep them bright and fresh. - Assemble the board shortly before serving for the best texture and presentation. - For easy entertaining, prepare the cheese and salami ahead of time and assemble the board just before guests arrive.
