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Boards for Two
The 'Just Because' Board for Two
No occasion, maximum impact: a weeknight board for two that you can mostly build from the fridge and pantry.
- Serves
- 2
- Board
- 12″ board or cutting board
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cost
- $12–$22
- Level
- Beginner
Get the full plan Shopping list with amounts, placement and timeline.
The book it's in
Build it exactly, with the book
This board is in Charcuterie Lab: Boards for Two, with 24 more boards for two. The book has the shopping list for two with amounts and prices, the prep countdown, the step-by-step build and the drink to pour.
Why it works
This is the cheapest board in the book because it leans on things you probably have: sharp cheddar, a small brie or Camembert, salami, an apple and grapes, nuts, honey, Dijon and whatever crackers are in the cupboard.
It still follows the formula that makes a board work: something sharp, something creamy, something salty and something sweet, with a sour bite from cornichons to reset between them.
Timeline
- WheneverCheck the fridge and pantry first.
- T–30 minQuick shop for one or two items if needed.
- + 3 more stepsThe rest of the timeline and the step-by-step placement are in the full plan.
Questions
How do you make a quick charcuterie board for two?
Start with one sharp cheese and one soft one, add salami, sliced apple and grapes, a handful of nuts, honey or mustard, cornichons and crackers. It takes about 10 minutes.
How much does it cost?
About $12 to $22, depending on what you already have. The cheeses are the biggest cost.
Can I swap ingredients?
Yes. Any firm cheese works for the cheddar and any soft one for the brie. Pears work instead of apple.
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Want more ideas? Read Easy Charcuterie Board: 15 Minutes, Grocery Store Only, Under $35 or How to Build a $25 Charcuterie Board That Looks Like It Cost $75.