When it's hot and humid, my appetite takes a dive, but that's nothing compared to what happens to any motivation I might have. It completely disappears. On those days, there's nothing tastier or easier to prepare than a platter of charcuterie. When I'm making this at home, it's alwayssimple, maybe prosciutto with melon. But when I'm out on the town, I'm always inspired by the innumerable combinations.
This charcuterieplatter arrived at our table one Saturday afternoon outside of Sdlandhaus. Food and drink is eaten in the open, standing up. And what a feast it was! Raw and cooked thinly sliced ham and a hazelnut-studded salami made up the meats. The cheeses were soft and spreadable and unknown to me. Rounding out the platter were two varieties of olives and several slices of hearty farmer's bread. We ate it all up.
This charcuterie plate, elaborate as it was, is certainly easy enough to reproduce at home. And what a party platter it would make!
--Tracy Schneider
Serving Platter
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