This cheese board was for a girls’ night, so I kept it light with 4 cheeses, a little fruit, a few nuts, and some crackers. Meats like salami and prosciutto are a great addition. Some people like to add a little bowl of olives or tiny pickles. Don’t do that.
A perfect cheese board needs these basics:
4-6 cheeses. A sharp cheddar, a blue cheese, a goat cheese, and a brie at a minimum. Place those on your board or platter, and fill in around them with the fruits. Add a few cheese knives for serving.
Berries. Grapes, strawberries, and a few blackberries and blueberries.
Nuts. Almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are my favorites with cheese.
Crackers. Pick something neutral like a water crackers or saltines so the cheese can shine.
