Plateau des Rois Mages (Printable Version)

Luxurious platter combining cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, and sweet accompaniments for festive occasions.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Comté, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz Roquefort, cut into wedges
03 - 5.3 oz Brie de Meaux, at room temperature

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3.5 oz jambon de Bayonne
05 - 3.5 oz saucisson sec, sliced

→ Fruits & Sweets

06 - 2.8 oz dried figs
07 - 2.8 oz Medjool dates, pitted
08 - 2.8 oz dried apricots
09 - 1 small bunch seedless grapes
10 - 1.8 oz candied orange peel

→ Nuts

11 - 1.8 oz toasted walnuts
12 - 1.8 oz toasted almonds

→ Accompaniments

13 - 1 small jar honey
14 - 1 small jar fig jam
15 - Assorted rustic breads and crackers

# How to Make It:

01 - Evenly space the Comté, Roquefort, and Brie de Meaux on a large serving platter, ensuring separation between each type.
02 - Fan out slices of jambon de Bayonne and saucisson sec in attractive folds adjacent to the cheeses.
03 - Place dried figs, Medjool dates, dried apricots, seedless grapes, and candied orange peel in small clusters around the platter.
04 - Distribute toasted walnuts and toasted almonds evenly across the display for texture and contrast.
05 - Position small bowls of honey and fig jam on the platter for dipping and complementing flavors.
06 - Serve alongside the platter a selection of rustic bread slices and assorted crackers, either on the platter’s edge or in a separate basket.
07 - Present immediately, encouraging guests to enjoy customized flavor combinations.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vegetarian options possible
  • Easy to assemble
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the cured meats and add extra fruits or marinated vegetables.
  • Pair with a chilled sweet wine (such as Sauternes) or a robust red wine.
03 -
  • You can substitute cheeses and fruits according to season and preference.
  • Arrange items in clusters for visual appeal and ease of serving.
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