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对于一种已经维持近7,000年来维持人们的简单产品,cheese有不当的声誉complicated, fussy, and expensive。这些事情都不需要。任何主持人都可以放在顶上奶酪板搭配杂货店的商品,再加上一些思考和创造力,同时又没有耗尽他们已经税收的假期财务状况。我喜欢通过更多地思考形状,颜色和纹理以及更少的价格来选择奶酪时玩得开心。预期的哇因素来自一些意外的元素。

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Finding condiments that pair well with certain types of cheeses, or complementary foods that taste better when eaten with cheese, doesn't have to be difficult. Cheese is often accompanied by a variety of foods to enhance its flavor and, let’s face it, gives us an excuse to eat more cheese. Here are assembly ideas and a short guide to finding foods that pair well with cheese based on what you have stocked in your own pantry with a few tips on how to fancify your presentation.

设置董事会

Preparing your cheese board for presentation takes a bit of planning, whether it’s a simple starter or a full party spread. I organize all my cheese and condiments on the counter to stay focused. Chopping, shaping, and slicing come first along with subdividing ingredients. A generously-sized cutting board or chopping block is all you need for your presentation; tiers and trays are nice but unnecessary, and the wooden cutting board adds an element of rusticity.

Larger pieces and quantities are placed first and then fill in the gaps: almonds here, apricots there, a row of cornichon or cocktail onions leading to the next item and so on. There should be an appearance of effortlessness, as though the condiments fell from the sky and landed on your board. I shy away from specific pairing recommendations and instead grab a cocktail and have fun with my guests while trying various flavor combinations.

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击中酸

Balsamic vinegar pairs well with hard aged cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, or aged goudas. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over cheese for a nice hit of sweet acidity. I like to dress arugula with balsamic vinegar and olive oil which adds a peppery layer to accompany cheese.

这是面包的劳动

I like a crusty baguette, but any sourdough or slice of rye will pair well with cheese as long as the flavor of the bread does not overwhelm the cheese. Crusty breads can be partially sliced, “one, two, and through,” to give your guests a generous portion they can tear themselves. Rye breads are classic with cheddars or gouda. Pumpernickel pairs well with Jarlsberg. There are nearly unlimited pairing options for bread and cheese, so have fun with experimenting; there is no “right” answer.

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Get cracker-ing

饼干是最传统的奶酪搭配,非常适合小吃,一口开胃菜和大型奶酪拼盘。这是我面对圣诞节过去的奶酪板,并推出社交,卡尔的水饼干以及等待的奶酪(仅原始味道)。卡尔(Carr)是我一名破产的大学生时我渴望吃的东西。从我青年时代的这些小吃具有鲜味的价值,从那以后我就再也没有被复制了。只需将奶酪切成薄片的顶部,上面放着芥末或玉米琴,或堆叠不同的饼干和薯条,然后将客人放松。

收集您的必备

Store-bought packages of salami or prosciutto or pepperoni only need be opened and served. Fan salami out like a deck of cards. Try pairing chorizo with Manchego cheese, and drape and fold prosciutto with wedges of Parmigiano-Reggiano and a bowl of red grapes.

Mustards are popular accompaniments for cheese. Horseradish, honey and fruit are just some flavors added to mustards which add a delicious complexity to cheese. English mustard provides the perfect amount of spice to strong cheddars, while French mustard pairs well with more delicate cheeses.

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有点坚果

现在是为那些干杏子,葡萄干和派对坚果罐清理橱柜背面的时候了。干果和坚果是经典的奶酪板伴奏。水果的甜味为许多奶酪的咸味提供了平衡。具体来说,诸如Brie之类的柔软奶酪与干杏子搭配得很好,我将其切成小警棍,在奶酪板上引起视觉兴趣。杏仁可增强亚洲奶酪的味道,而核桃搭配柔软的奶酪。尝试不同的水果和坚果,以找到您最喜欢的风味组合。

噢,亲爱的

蜂蜜有多种品种,并具有薰衣草,野花,松露甚至辣椒的风味,它们都很好,但是我发现您的基本熊形挤压瓶也有效,即使不是更好。蜂蜜可以使甜味和辛辣奶酪的天然咸味保持甜味。强烈的蓝色奶酪,例如Roquefort,Gorgonzola和Stilton以及柔软的山羊奶酪。

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为此做好准备

果酱和果冻的范围从葡萄,草莓或杏等日常水果到较少见过的品种,例如黑莓或醋栗。无花果蛋白质与较强的奶酪(例如蓝纹奶酪)配对,而覆盆子蜜饯为新鲜奶酪提供了完美的甜味和酸平衡。当与辛辣的洗皮奶酪(例如萨鲁特港)搭配时,柑橘果会很棒。拿两个小汤匙,然后将您的蜜饯变成一个简单的Quenelle,人们会注意到。

进入泡菜,或两个

Olives add a nice mix of acidity and saltiness to cheese. Mild and meaty olives, pair well with dry aged cheeses, while spicy olives pair well with fresh young cheeses such as mozzarella, ricotta or goat cheese. It takes time but slicing olives through is another visual effect that is the difference between a smart presentation and just dropping something into a bowl.

我使用酸黄瓜或泡菜几乎和cheese board “roadblock” separating cheese of differing styles. Cornichons invariably end up on every cheese board I make simply for their versatility and puckery pleasure.

草药添加了一个不错的咸味,尤其是如果您在主菜后提供奶酪时。芝麻菜是新鲜山羊奶奶酪的辣箔,芹菜(和芹菜叶)用蓝纹奶酪混合在一起,欧芹(撒上橄榄油毛毛雨)为柔软成熟的奶酪增添了尺寸,例如布里和卡梅蒙特。