How to Make Italian Cheese Plate
Take your next Italian Cheese Plate to an entirely new level with an irresistible selection of italian cheeses, heavenly prosciutto and a few delightful twists. This recipe is all about reinventing the traditional cheese platter just in time for Christmas with a few techniques that will leave your guests surprised, delighted and reaching for more. One part unconventional, all parts DELICIOUS, you can choose to prepare one or more of the cheesy recipes below, just be sure to serve them with a side of Prosecco!
Watch the video below to learn How to Make the Perfect CHEESE PLATTER:
BASILE IMPORTS partnered with Vincenzo’s Plate to showcase some of my favourite Italian products. Christmas is such a special time of year to spoil yourself with delicious dishes and sweet treats so I couldn’t help but make a careful selection of Italian cheeses, ensuring a mix of salty and smooth so there really is something for everyone. Items highlighted in the video really are a MUST-TRY; You’ll experience cheese like never before!
Vincenzo’s Christmas Shopping List:
– Parmigiano Reggiano
– Pecorino with Truffle
– Asiago Cheese
– Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
– San Nicola Prosciutto di Parma
IRRESISTIBLE ITALIAN CHEESE PLATE | How to Make Perfect CHEESE PLATTER | CHRISTMAS PARTY 2016
PARMESAN BASKETS FILLED WITH DRIED FIGS AND FENNEL
- Mini cheese baskets made out of Auricchio Parmigiano Reggiano are a beautiful touch to your cheese plate and my twist on serving the infamous salty delight.
Vincenzo’s Top Tip
Depending on how many people you are serving, this cater for approx. 2 per head.
Italian Cheese Plate
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Equipment
- Grater
- Sharp knife
- Medium bowl
- Baking Tray
- Baking Paper
Ingredients
- Auricchio Parmigiano Reggiano
- Small fennel head
- 5-10 Dried figs
- Honey
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Cut a thick piece of Auricchio Parmigiano Reggiano and grate it into a medium size bowl.
- Prepare a baking tray by lining it with baking paper and pre-heat the oven to 160 degrees.
- Sprinkle a small amount of grated cheese onto the baking paper, forming the shape of a disc, and be careful there are no gaps.
- Repeat step 3 until there is no cheese left!
- Place the tray into the oven at 160 degrees C and cook the discs for approx. 5 minutes.
- Place the mini liquor glasses upside down so the spout is facing down.
- Remove the tray from the oven and slide each disc off the baking paper, quickly placing it on top of the glass and pressing down gently. This process will help the ends of the basket to become curly and hold the ingredients inside.
- Once these have cooled down, gently remove the discs and place them all upright so the opening is at the top.
- Add a small portion of dried figs and fennel to the cheese basket, then just before serving, add a drizzle of honey and another of balsamic glaze.
AURICCHIO PECORINO CHEESE WITH TARTUFO BRUSCHETTA
- Bruschetta is a classic dish served all over the world, most often with tomato, but have you ever tried it with just cheese? Sound simple? It is. Turn this into a masterpiece by melting scrumptious tartufo pecorino on top and never go back!
Italian Cheese Plate
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Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Baking Tray
- Baking Paper
Ingredients
- Auricchio Pecorino with tartufo
- Slices of fresh pane di casa
Instructions
- Cut into a hearty loaf of fresh “Pane di casa” Italian bread, slicing as many pieces as you need for your guests.
- Place the slices onto a tray, lined with baking paper leaving a small amount of room in between.
- Pre-heat your oven to 160 degrees celcius.
- Take one wheel of divine Auricchio Pecorino with tartufo cheese and cut it in half, then again, and one last time.
- Place one piece of cheese on its side and cut up as many slices as you can, making each one around 1cm thick. Repeat using other pieces if you need to.
- Once you have finished, cover each slice of bread with a piece of cheese.
- Take a deep breath in….and smell the flavour of cheese heaven…!
- Place this tray in the oven for 5 minutes (or until the cheese has fully melted).
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AURICCHIO ASIAGO CHEESE WRAPPED IN RADICCHIO AND PROSCIUTTO
- Delicious prosciutto involtini filled with melted italian cheese and crisp radicchio lettuce. Easy to make, pretty on the eye, and DIVINE on your tastebuds. These really are hard to resist!
Italian Cheese Plate
Print Recipe
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Baking Tray
- Baking Paper
Ingredients
- Auricchio Asiago Cheese
- Small head of radicchio lettuce
- 6-8 slices Fresh pane di casa
- 6 – 8 slices San Nicola Prosciutto di Parma
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry several pieces of radicchio lettuce.
- Cut up the Asiago cheese into 1cm thick strips.
- Lay down slices of San Nicola Prosciutto on a baking tray lined with baking paper and place a few radicchio leaves in the middle (on top).
- Add the strip of Asiago cheese to the centre of each portion and roll all of the ingredients together.
- Repeat steps 1-4 until you have as many servings as required.
- Place the tray in the oven at 160 degrees C for between 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lettuce has started to brown in colour.
How to serve Italian Cheese Plate
- Get your favourite wooden serving board and place a portion of green olives in the centre.
- Add some arrancini balls and crisp bread to the cheese plate.
- Place each of your creations in bundles, covering each corner of the italian cheese plate.
- Serve immediately, while still warm with a freshly chilled glass of sparkling Valdobbiadene Prosecco.
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