Spicy Ajvar and Charcuterie Cheese Platter

A more robust, spicy variation with a mix of cheese and charcuterie.

Ingredients:

• Ajvar (spicy or medium heat)
• Cheeses:
  • Smoked provolone
  • Blue cheese
  • Creamy brie
• Meats:
  • Prosciutto
  • Salami
  • Chorizo
• Pickles: Gherkins or pickled onions
• Bread: Sliced baguette, crusty bread, or crackers
• Fresh fruit: Pear slices and grapes
• Honey (optional, for drizzling over the blue cheese)

Instructions:

1. Arrange the Cheeses: Slice the smoked provolone and brie, then leave the blue cheese whole for cutting. Place them on the platter.
2. Add the Charcuterie: Arrange the prosciutto, salami, and chorizo on the platter in folds or rolls.
3. Add Ajvar: Spoon ajvar into small bowls and place them strategically for easy dipping.
4. Add Pickles and Bread: Place a few gherkins or pickled onions on the platter for tangy contrast. Add slices of baguette and crackers for guests to use.
5. Finish with Fresh Fruit: Add pear slices and grapes for sweetness. Drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired for a balanced contrast to the spice of the ajvar.