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Chorizo and Cheese Board Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz. chorizo sausage, sliced
- 8 oz. manchego cheese, sliced
- 8 oz. aged cheddar cheese, sliced
- 8 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup grainy mustard
- 1 baguette, sliced

Special Equipment Needed:
- Large wooden board or platter
- Small bowls for dips and spreads
- Cheese knives and spreaders

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Arrange the sliced chorizo, manchego cheese, aged cheddar cheese, and crumbled goat cheese on the wooden board or platter.

2. Add the mixed olives, marinated artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers around the cheese and chorizo.

3. Fill small bowls with honey, fig jam, and grainy mustard and place them on the board.

4. Add the almonds and dried apricots to the board.

5. Slice the baguette and arrange it on the board.

6. Serve and enjoy!


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: None
Temperature:
Serve at room temperature.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 6-8 people.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 480
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 940mg
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 19g
Protein: 22g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chorizo sausage can be substituted with salami or prosciutto.
- Manchego cheese can be substituted with any hard cheese.
- Aged cheddar cheese can be substituted with any sharp cheese.
- Goat cheese can be substituted with feta cheese.

Variations:
- Add different types of cheese and charcuterie to the board.
- Use different types of nuts and dried fruit.
- Add fresh fruit such as grapes or sliced apples to the board.

Tips and Tricks:
- Let the cheese come to room temperature before serving.
- Arrange the items on the board in a visually appealing way.
- Use a variety of textures and flavors to make the board interesting.

Storage Instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
None needed.

Presentation Ideas:
- Use a wooden board or platter for a rustic look.
- Add fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme for decoration.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme.

Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of red wine or a cold beer.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Crusty bread or crackers.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cheese is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a while to soften.

Food Safety Advice:
- Keep the board at room temperature for no more than 2 hours.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Food History:
- Chorizo and cheese boards are a popular appetizer in Spain and Portugal.

Flavor Profiles:
- Savory, salty, sweet, and tangy.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or a light meal.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Tangy, Salty, Aromatic