Save to Pinterest A festive and visually stunning charcuterie board designed to resemble a wheat field and turkey, featuring an array of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, crackers, fresh fruits, and nuts—perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.
This board brings families together with its beautiful presentation and delicious variety of flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g sharp cheddar cheese sliced, 150 g Swiss cheese sliced, 150 g creamy brie sliced or in wedges, 100 g gouda cubed
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g smoked turkey breast sliced
- Crackers & Bread: 150 g whole wheat crackers, 150 g multigrain crackers, 1 small baguette sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 small bunch of green grapes, 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 pear sliced, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Garnishes: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, Fresh rosemary sprigs, 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- For Decoration: 1 mini pumpkin or gourd (for the turkeys body), Pretzel sticks (for wheat stalks and turkey feathers), 2 black olives (for turkeys eyes), 1 small piece of red bell pepper (for wattle), 1 small triangle of yellow cheese (for beak)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place the mini pumpkin or gourd at the bottom center of a large wooden board to represent the turkeys body.
- Step 2:
- Arrange sliced meats fan-like above the pumpkin to mimic the turkeys tail feathers. Alternate colors and textures for a vibrant effect.
- Step 3:
- Layer assorted cheeses in arcs radiating out from the turkey body, resembling a wheat fields rows.
- Step 4:
- Arrange crackers and baguette slices in lines or curves to evoke wheat stalks.
- Step 5:
- Place clusters of grapes, apple and pear slices, and dried fruits artfully around the cheeses and meats.
- Step 6:
- Fill gaps with nuts, pumpkin seeds, and fresh rosemary sprigs.
- Step 7:
- Use pretzel sticks to create additional wheat stalk effects at the edges and among cheese and fruit.
- Step 8:
- Assemble the turkeys face: attach black olives (eyes), the red bell pepper (wattle), and yellow cheese (beak) to the front of the pumpkin/gourd using toothpicks if needed.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately, or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This charcuterie board always sparks joy at our family gatherings, making celebrations extra special.
Required Tools
Large wooden or slate serving board, Small paring knife, Cheese knife, Toothpicks (for assembly), Small bowls (for nuts or dips)
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese), Wheat (crackers, bread), Tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), Soy (possible in some cured meats). May contain Sulfites (dried fruits, cured meats). Double-check all labels for allergens if serving guests with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Calories about 310, Total Fat 17 g, Carbohydrates 23 g, Protein 14 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest This turkey board is the perfect festive centerpiece to start your Thanksgiving feast with style and flavor.
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I substitute cheeses on this board?
Feel free to swap in your favorite artisanal cheeses that suit your taste or dietary needs, like gouda, camembert, or mozzarella.
- → What are good drink pairings for this selection?
Light white wines such as Sauvignon Blanc or sparkling cider complement the variety of flavors beautifully.
- → Can I make this board vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, simply omit cured meats and add extra vegetables or plant-based deli slices for a satisfying alternative.
- → How should I assemble the wheat field effect?
Arrange cheeses in arcs resembling rows and use crackers and pretzels to mimic wheat stalks around the centerpiece pumpkin.
- → What’s the best way to prepare the turkey face decoration?
Attach black olives for eyes, a red bell pepper piece for the wattle, and a yellow cheese triangle for the beak onto the mini pumpkin using toothpicks.
- → How long can the board be prepared ahead of time?
Assemble it shortly before serving or cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a few hours to keep fresh.