Melinda’s Ghost Pepper Strawberry Jelly Charcuterie Board
Melinda’s Ghost Pepper Strawberry Jelly Charcuterie Board
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Category
Appetizer, Charcuterie Board
Cuisine
American Fusion
Servings
6-8
Prep Time
15 minutes
Elevate your charcuterie board experience with a sweet and spicy twist! This Ghost Pepper Strawberry Jelly Charcuterie Board combines the unexpected heat of ghost pepper with the luscious sweetness of strawberry jelly, creating an irresistible pairing for your favorite cheeses, cured meats, and artisanal crackers. Melinda’s recipe brings bold flavors to life, perfect for those who crave a little adventure in their appetizer spread. Each bite offers a tantalizing contrast of flavors, sure to impress guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Round of Brie, sliced into wedges
- 4 oz Jarlsberg cheese, cut into triangles
- 4 oz Beecher’s Cheese, cubed
- 1 Round of Boursin Cheese
- 3 Figs, halved
- 2 Large bunches of green grapes
- 1 Large bunch of red grapes
- 1 cup Raspberries
- ½ cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Whole Strawberries
- ½ cup Dried Apricots
- 1 cup Marinated Greek Olives
- ½ cup Cornichons
- 8 slices thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 (12 oz) packages Italian dry salami, rolled into rosettes
- 1 cup Spiced Candied Pecans
- ½ cup Marcona Almonds
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1 cup Melinda’s Ghost Pepper Strawberry Jelly
- Everything Bagel Seasoning topping
- 4 sprigs rosemary
- Crackers or toast points to serve with
Directions
Arrange the Cheeses: Start by placing wedges of Brie, Jarlsberg triangles, Beecher’s cubes, and the round of Boursin on the board.
Add Meats: Lay out the prosciutto ribbons and arrange the salami rosettes around the cheeses.
Place the Fruits: Add green and red grape bunches, followed by raspberries, blueberries, whole strawberries, figs, and dried apricots around the board.
Add Nuts and Olives: Sprinkle in spiced candied pecans, Marcona almonds, and place marinated Greek olives in small groups.
Ramekins and Finishing Touches: Set out ramekins of Melinda’s Ghost Pepper Strawberry Jelly, cornichons, and Boursin. Garnish the Boursin with Everything Bagel Seasoning.
Final Garnishes: Tuck in rosemary sprigs for a pop of color and fragrance, filling any remaining spaces with extra fruits, berries, or nuts.
Serve with Crackers or Toast Points and enjoy!
