Score Big with Your Sunday Charcuterie!

Football Sundays are back in full swing, and what better way to elevate your game day experience than with a show-stopping charcuterie board? Not only are they delicious, but they’re also a visual feast and a conversation starter. Let’s dive into three ways you can style your football-inspired charcuterie board to make it the MVP of your Sundays.

1. The Classic Football Field Layout

Photo from www.bloodygerry.com (source)

Ingredients:

• Assorted cheeses (cheddar, gouda, brie)

• Variety of cured meats (salami, prosciutto, pepperoni)

• Crackers and breadsticks

• Olives and pickles

• Fresh fruits (grapes, apple slices)

• Nuts (almonds, walnuts)

• Dips (hummus, mustard, fig jam)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Start with a large wooden board or platter. Cover it with leafy greens to resemble the grass on a football field.

2. Cut cheeses into rectangles and arrange them in rows for yard lines. Use white cheese sticks or shredded cheese for the lines.

3. Place assorted meats at each end of the board, either rolled into football shapes or folded neatly.

4. Line the edges of the board with an assortment of crackers and breadsticks to act as sidelines.

5. Scatter fresh fruits around the board, positioning them like players on the field.

6. Fill any gaps with nuts and small bowls of dips to complete the presentation.

Also check out the following ideas:

• Football Stadium Platter

• Super Bowl Snackadium

2. The Team Colors Theme

Photo from thenorthernprepster.com (source)

Ingredients:

• Team color-specific cheeses (white cheddar, blue cheese, etc.)

• Meats (turkey, ham, beef jerky)

• Color-coordinated fruits and veggies (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, blueberries)

• Crackers and pretzels

• Team-themed candies or chocolates

• Dips (ranch, guacamole, salsa)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Arrange cheeses and meats in distinct sections based on your favorite team’s colors.

2. Use color-coordinated fruits and veggies to create vibrant, team-inspired sections.

3. Outline your board with plain crackers and pretzels to balance the bright colors.

4. Add team-themed candies or chocolates for an extra festive touch.

5. Place small bowls of dips in the center for easy access.

3. The Football-Shaped Board

Photo from designimprovised.com (source)

Ingredients:

• Cheese ball (shaped like a football)

• Assorted cheeses (mozzarella, pepper jack)

• Variety of meats (pepperoni, beef sticks)

• Crackers and chips

• Fresh veggies (celery, carrots, cherry tomatoes)

• Nuts (cashews, pistachios)

• Dips (buffalo chicken dip, blue cheese dip)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Shape a cheese ball into a football and place it in the center of the board. Use strips of cheese for the laces.

2. Surround the cheese football with assorted cheeses and meats in sections.

3. Arrange fresh veggies around the edges of the board.

4. Fill in the remaining space with crackers and chips, positioning them strategically.

5. Add small bowls of nuts and dips around the board.

Need more inspiration? Click here for more charcuterie board ideas for the super bowl.

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