Deer Antler Charcuterie Board (Printable Version)

A wild-inspired board with game meats, cheeses, nuts, and fresh garnishes for elegant occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Game Meats

01 - 4.23 oz venison salami, thinly sliced
02 - 4.23 oz smoked elk sausage, sliced
03 - 3.53 oz wild boar prosciutto, torn into pieces

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.53 oz aged cheddar, cubed
05 - 3.53 oz smoked gouda, sliced
06 - 3.53 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Accompaniments

07 - 3.53 oz dried figs, halved
08 - 2.82 oz mixed nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds)
09 - 2.12 oz cornichons or small pickles
10 - 2.12 oz whole grain mustard
11 - 5.29 oz seedless grapes, washed
12 - 2.12 oz wild berry jam

→ Breads and Crackers

13 - 1 small baguette, sliced
14 - 3.53 oz rustic crackers

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs

# How To Make:

01 - Arrange deer antlers, if using, on a large clean wooden board or platter as a centerpiece.
02 - Fan out venison salami, smoked elk sausage, and wild boar prosciutto neatly around the antlers.
03 - Position the cheeses in distinct clusters with enough spacing for each variety.
04 - Fill the remaining spaces with dried figs, mixed nuts, cornichons, and seedless grapes.
05 - Spoon wild berry jam and whole grain mustard into small ramekins and place them on the board.
06 - Place baguette slices and rustic crackers on one side of the board or in a basket nearby.
07 - Add fresh rosemary sprigs for aroma and visual appeal, then serve immediately ensuring all items are accessible.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Wild-inspired elegant appetizer
  • Perfect centerpiece for gatherings
02 -
  • Deer antlers are for decorative use only do not use for serving food directly
  • Substitute game meats with high-quality beef or pork charcuterie if unavailable
03 -
  • Add pickled vegetables or marinated mushrooms for variety
  • Pair with full-bodied red wine such as Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon
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