Best 4 Cheese And Bread Platter Recipes

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Create a delightful cheese and bread platter that will impress your guests with its combination of flavors and textures. With a variety of cheeses, breads, and accompaniments, this platter is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant parties. Whether you're a cheese aficionado or simply looking for a hassle-free way to entertain, follow our guide to assemble a cheese and bread platter that's both visually appealing and delicious.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BREAD AND SPREADS PLATTER



Bread and Spreads Platter image

In just 20 minutes, you can offer guests three quick-and-easy cream cheese spreads to put on top of baguette slices.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 containers (8 oz each) chives-and-onion cream cheese spread
1/4 cup diced drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-oz jar)
1/4 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed green olives
2 tablespoons refrigerated basil pesto (from 7-oz container)
Leaf lettuce leaves
1 loaf (20 inch) baguette French bread (12 oz), cut into 1/4-inch slices

Steps:

  • Among 3 small bowls, divide cream cheese. Stir red peppers into cream cheese in 1 bowl. Stir olives into cream cheese in another bowl. Stir pesto into cream cheese in third bowl.
  • Line serving platter with lettuce leaves. Mound 3 spreads on lettuce leaves. Surround with bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

ULTIMATE CHEESE PLATTER



Ultimate Cheese Platter image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Fresh fig, lemon, or Galax leaves (see Cook's Note)
1 large bunch seedless green grapes
1 (12-ounce) wedge truffled pecorino
1 (1-pound) wedge Stilton blue cheese
1 (12-ounce) piece Brie
1 (8-ounce) piece herbed goat cheese, such as Fleur Verte
Fresh strawberries
Dried apricots
Fig jam
Crackers
1 dried fig ball, halved (optional)

Steps:

  • Arrange the fig leaves in a single layer on a 16- to 18-inch diameter round board or platter.
  • Place the grapes in the center of the board. Arrange the cheeses on the board around the grapes, cut sides facing out.
  • Nestle the strawberries between two of the cheeses to create a block of color. Nestle the apricots between two of the cheeses, also creating a block of color. Transfer the fig jam to a bowl and place it on the board. Arrange the crackers on the board around the cheeses. If using, place the fig ball on the board, cut sides up.

DELI SANDWICH PARTY PLATTER



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Four kinds of meat, two kinds of spread and an assortment of breads add up to dozens of delicious sandwiches guests can assemble themselves. Cost: $66.81 TIP: To serve 24, we suggest buying a package each of plain and whole wheat mini bagels, plus one loaf sourdough bread and one French baguette. But mini bagels, mini croissants, dinner rolls and cocktail rye are shown in the photo.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch green leaf lettuce
2 pounds sliced deli turkey
2 pounds sliced deli roast beef
1 pound sliced deli ham
1 pound thinly sliced hard salami
2 cartons (7 ounces each) roasted red pepper hummus
2 cartons (6-1/2 ounces each) garden vegetable cheese spread
Assorted breads and mini bagels

Steps:

  • Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter; top with deli meats, rolled up if desired. Serve with hummus, cheese spread, breads and bagels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

QUICK AND EASY CHEESE BREAD



Quick and Easy Cheese Bread image

This easy bread is excellent with anything from meatloaf, to soups, to chicken. Tastes wonderful, but is pretty crumbly.

Provided by Elizabeth Sarah

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cheese. In another large bowl, beat together egg, milk and oil. Stir the flour/cheese mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until just moistened. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 317.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose a variety of cheeses: Include a mix of hard, soft, and spreadable cheeses to provide a range of flavors and textures. Popular choices include cheddar, brie, camembert, goat cheese, and blue cheese.
  • Pair cheeses with complementary accompaniments: Serve hard cheeses with crackers or sliced bread, soft cheeses with fruit or nuts, and spreadable cheeses with crostini or bagel chips.
  • Arrange the cheese platter attractively: Place the cheeses in different areas of the platter, leaving space for the accompaniments. Use small bowls or ramekins for soft cheeses and spreadable cheeses.
  • Add some decorative touches: Garnish the platter with fresh herbs, edible flowers, or citrus slices to add color and visual appeal.
  • Serve the cheese platter at room temperature: This will allow the flavors of the cheese to fully develop. If you're serving cold cheese, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

A cheese and bread platter is a versatile and delicious appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a cheese platter that is both visually appealing and packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy party appetizer, consider making a cheese and bread platter. Your guests will love it!

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