Pin A cozy, rustic cheese platter inspired by the flavors of the Alps, perfect for cold winter evenings. Featuring a selection of mountain cheeses, charcuterie, and accompaniments for a convivial, après-ski-style gathering.
This platter has become a beloved staple during cold months when family and friends gather for cozy conversations and good food.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Comté (aged), 150 g Beaufort, 120 g Reblochon, 120 g Tomme de Savoie, 100 g Bleu de Gex or Roquefort (optional for blue cheese lovers)
- Charcuterie (omit for vegetarian option): 100 g Saucisson sec (dry-cured sausage), 100 g Prosciutto or jambon cru, 100 g Smoked ham
- Bread & Crackers: 1 rustic baguette, sliced, 1 small rye or country loaf, sliced, 80 g whole grain crackers
- Accompaniments: 1 small jar cornichons (pickled gherkins), 1 small jar pickled onions, 1 small bowl walnut halves, 1 small bowl dried apricots or figs, 1 crisp apple or pear, sliced, 2 tbsp mountain honey, Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden or slate platter, spacing them out and slicing or cubing as appropriate for each variety.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the charcuterie slices between the cheeses (if using).
- Step 3:
- Place bread slices and crackers around the platter, or serve in a separate basket.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls with cornichons, pickled onions, walnuts, and dried fruit, and arrange these on or near the platter.
- Step 5:
- Add fresh apple or pear slices for a sweet, refreshing contrast.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle a little mountain honey in a small dish for pairing with blue or hard cheeses.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the platter with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve at room temperature for optimal flavor.
Pin Sharing this platter has created many heartwarming family moments during our winter gatherings.
Required Tools
Large wooden or slate platter, Cheese knives, Small bowls, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Wheat (bread crackers), Tree nuts (walnuts). May contain Sulfites (in pickles dried fruit), Gluten (bread crackers). Always check ingredient labels for specific allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 430, Total Fat: 26 g, Carbohydrates: 31 g, Protein: 18 g (per serving, estimated)
Pin This Winter Mountain Cheese Platter is sure to bring warmth and joy to any gathering with its rich flavors and festive presentation.
Recipe Questions
- → Which cheeses are best for this platter?
Aged Comté, Beaufort, Reblochon, Tomme de Savoie, and optionally Bleu de Gex or Roquefort provide a rich alpine flavor profile.
- → How can I accommodate vegetarian preferences?
Omit the charcuterie and enhance the platter with extra fruit, nuts, or marinated vegetables.
- → What breads pair well with these cheeses?
Rustic baguette, rye or country loaf, and whole grain crackers complement textures and flavors effectively.
- → Are there suggested accompaniments for added flavor?
Pickled onions, cornichons, walnuts, dried apricots or figs, fresh apple or pear slices, and mountain honey offer sweet and tangy contrasts.
- → How should the platter be served for best taste?
Serve at room temperature to fully reveal the cheeses’ aromatic and textural qualities.