Pin It 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 quickly became my favorite for cold nights, gathering friends around to share and enjoy simple quality ingredients.
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
- Arrange the cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden or slate platter, spacing them out and slicing or cubing as appropriate for each variety.
- Fan out the charcuterie slices:
- Fan out the charcuterie slices between the cheeses (if using).
- Place bread and crackers:
- Place bread slices and crackers around the platter, or serve in a separate basket.
- Fill small bowls:
- Fill small bowls with cornichons, pickled onions, walnuts, and dried fruit, and arrange these on or near the platter.
- Add fresh fruit slices:
- Add fresh apple or pear slices for a sweet, refreshing contrast.
- Drizzle honey:
- Drizzle a little mountain honey in a small dish for pairing with blue or hard cheeses.
- Garnish the platter:
- Garnish the platter with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve at room temperature for optimal flavor.
Pin It This platter always brings the family together for a warm and intimate evening by the fire.
Notes
Pair with a crisp white wine (e.g., Apremont, Riesling) or a light red (e.g., Pinot Noir). Serve with mulled wine or hot herbal tea for an extra wintery feel.
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.
Pin It This winter mountain cheese platter is a delightful way to warm hearts and taste buds all season long.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What cheeses are ideal for this platter?
Aged Comté, Beaufort, Reblochon, Tomme de Savoie, and optionally Bleu de Gex or Roquefort provide a balanced alpine flavor profile.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and increase fruits, walnuts, or marinated vegetables to maintain variety.
- → How should the platter be served?
Arrange all elements on a large wooden or slate board and serve at room temperature for optimal taste.
- → What accompaniments complement this selection?
Pickled onions, cornichons, dried fruits, fresh apple or pear slices, mountain honey, and herbs enhance the flavors.
- → What drinks pair well with this platter?
Crisp white wines like Apremont or Riesling and light reds such as Pinot Noir work wonderfully alongside.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
This platter contains milk, wheat, and tree nuts; always check individual ingredients for specific allergens.