Save Pin A luxurious and festive platter inspired by the gifts of the Magi, featuring a selection of fine cheeses, cured meats, dried fruits, nuts, and sweet treats—perfect for sharing during the holidays.
Serving this platter has always brought joy to my gatherings, making every celebration feel special and abundant.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Comté sliced, 150 g Roquefort cut into wedges, 150 g Brie de Meaux at room temperature
- Cured Meats: 100 g jambon de Bayonne, 100 g saucisson sec sliced
- Fruits & Sweets: 80 g dried figs, 80 g Medjool dates pitted, 80 g dried apricots, 1 small bunch of seedless grapes, 50 g candied orange peel
- Nuts: 50 g toasted walnuts, 50 g toasted almonds
- Accompaniments: 1 small jar of honey, 1 small jar of fig jam, assorted rustic breads and crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange all cheeses evenly on a large serving platter allowing space between each type.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the cured meats in attractive folds near the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Distribute the dried fruits, grapes, and candied orange peel in small clusters around the platter.
- Step 4:
- Scatter the toasted nuts throughout for visual appeal and crunch.
- Step 5:
- Place small bowls of honey and fig jam on the platter.
- Step 6:
- Add slices of rustic bread and crackers on the side or in a separate basket.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to combine flavors as they wish.
Save Pin This platter always brings the family together around the table enjoying flavor and conversation during the holidays.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or wooden board, small bowls for honey and jam, cheese knives, bread knife.
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), nuts (walnuts almonds), and gluten (bread crackers). Some cured meats may contain traces of allergens such as mustard or sulfites—check labels if serving to guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories approximately 350, total fat 20 g, carbohydrates 32 g, protein 13 g per serving.
Save Pin This platter is perfect to assemble ahead and customize according to season and taste preferences.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are ideal for this platter?
Comté, Roquefort, and Brie de Meaux provide a balanced range of textures and flavors, from creamy to sharp.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply omit the cured meats and add more dried fruits or marinated vegetables to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What accompaniments go well with this selection?
Rustic breads, crackers, honey, and fig jam enhance the tasting experience with contrasting textures and sweetness.
- → How should I arrange the platter for best presentation?
Arrange cheeses evenly with space in between, fold cured meats attractively, and place fruits and nuts in clusters for visual appeal.
- → What wines pair nicely with this spread?
A chilled sweet wine like Sauternes or a robust red complements the diverse flavors of the platter perfectly.