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Perfect Luxury Charcuterie Board with Manchego & Prosciutto

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An effortless and elegant charcuterie board featuring aged Manchego cheese and Prosciutto di Parma, complemented by Marcona almonds, fresh figs, olives, and crusty baguette. Perfect for quick entertaining and sophisticated snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 oz Manchego cheese, aged 6-12 months, sliced into thin shards
  • 4 oz Prosciutto di Parma, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Marcona almonds, lightly salted
  • 4–6 fresh figs, quartered (or frozen figs)
  • 1/4 cup green olives, pitted and marinated
  • 1 small crusty baguette, sliced diagonally and lightly toasted
  • Honey, for drizzling
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish
  • Optional: quince paste or fig jam

Instructions

  1. Slice the Manchego cheese into thin, even shards about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Carefully unfold the prosciutto slices so they appear airy and delicate.
  3. Quarter fresh figs and drain the olives well to avoid excess moisture on the board.
  4. Place the cheese shards in one corner or along one side of your serving board.
  5. Loosely layer the prosciutto slices nearby, allowing them to fold naturally.
  6. Scatter Marcona almonds around the cheeses and meats in small piles.
  7. Place olives in small bowls or directly on the board if space allows.
  8. Nestle the fig quarters near the cheese to encourage pairing.
  9. Fan out baguette slices along the opposite edge to balance the composition.
  10. Drizzle honey sparingly over the Manchego and figs for subtle sweetness.
  11. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs for aroma and color.
  12. Optionally, add a small dollop of quince paste or fig jam next to the cheese.
  13. Serve immediately or wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Slice Manchego into thin shards for best texture. Loosely layer prosciutto for an inviting look. Avoid overcrowding the board to let each ingredient shine. Prepare up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate, then bring to room temperature before serving. Substitute baguette with gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option. Pair with crisp white wines like Albariño or light reds such as Pinot Noir.

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Keywords: charcuterie board, Manchego cheese, Prosciutto di Parma, Marcona almonds, fresh figs, easy entertaining, appetizer, Mediterranean diet

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