Burlap & Lace Platter (Printable Version)

A hearty combination of smoked meats and thinly shaved cheeses with fresh herbs and pickles for sharing.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 4.23 oz smoked beef, thickly sliced or hand-torn
02 - 4.23 oz rustic country ham, roughly chopped
03 - 4.23 oz smoked sausage, thick-cut rounds or wedges

→ Cheeses

04 - 2.12 oz Parmigiano Reggiano, thinly shaved
05 - 2.12 oz aged Manchego, thinly shaved
06 - 2.12 oz Gruyère, thinly shaved

→ Accompaniments

07 - 1 small handful cornichons
08 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 2 tbsp grainy mustard
10 - 1 small bunch fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
11 - 1 rustic country loaf or crusty baguette, sliced (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place the rough-cut smoked beef, country ham, and smoked sausage in overlapping layers or rustic mounds on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Using a vegetable peeler or cheese plane, shave Parmigiano Reggiano, Manchego, and Gruyère into thin, translucent ribbons. Arrange these ribbons artfully over and beside the meats.
03 - Distribute cornichons, thinly sliced red onion, and small dollops of grainy mustard evenly around the platter.
04 - Scatter fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs across the platter to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
05 - Present immediately, optionally accompanied by sliced rustic country loaf or crusty baguette.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Zero cooking means you can put this together while your guests arrive, no stress, no timing panic.
  • The mix of bold, smoky meats against silky cheese creates this satisfying push-and-pull of flavors that keeps people coming back for one more piece.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and low-carb, so you're not fussing over dietary restrictions—everyone at the table just eats happily.
02 -
  • The temperature of your cheese matters more than you'd expect—pull it from the fridge 10 minutes before shaving so the peeler glides cleanly instead of breaking the shavings into fragments.
  • Wooden boards absorb flavor and smell over time; if your platter smells like garlic from three parties ago, that becomes part of the taste, so wash and dry immediately after serving.
03 -
  • A wooden board with slight wear and patina actually looks more intentional and beautiful than a brand new one—age works in your favor here.
  • If you want to add extra dimension, toast some walnuts lightly or include dried figs; they don't compete with the meats, they amplify the experience.
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