The Secret to Simple, Satisfying Cheese Boards

Author Notes

This may seem obvious, but the secret to a good cheese board? It’s as simple as great cheese.

In our 60-second cheese board challenge, Nea and César learned this firsthand. They had one minute to make a board using Cracker Barrel Cheese and an array of other high quality ingredients—and even on such a tight timeframe, they both delivered.

The cheeses they used were key—so let’s get into what they were. Nea and César both had Truffle Cheddar, which pairs White Cheddar with the earthy, robust taste of truffle and is perfect on a cracker or with something briny like an olive; Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cracker Cuts, which make for easy snacking and taste great with a savory slice of ham or prosciutto; Vermont Sharp White Cheddar, which has a complex, full flavor that’s begging to be paired with an apple or other sliced fruit; and Cheddar Jack Cubes, which (let’s be real) we just want to pop into our mouths as is.

So for your next holiday gathering, don’t stress. Just gather up good ingredients (like those listed below), and you’re guaranteed to create an elevated, delightful snacking experience that seriously impresses your guests. Ready, set, cheese. —Food52

Test Kitchen Notes

This recipe is presented in partnership with Cracker Barrel Cheese. —The Editors