Philadelphia Themed Charcuterie Board

Note: I was sent some Philly Pretzel Factory coupons in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. 

It is no secret that I am a proud Philadelphian. It’s also no secret that I love me a good charcuterie board / cheese plate. So it’s about time I make a Philadelphia themed charcuterie board!

What could possibly make a charcuterie board Philadelphia themed, you ask? The inspiration of this board came from Philly Pretzel Company, and their pretzel rivets and mini cheesesteaks. Instead of using crackers, I substituted in their yummy pretzel rivets and added in some mini cheesesteaks for good measure.

I then added in ingredients from some of my other Philadelphia favorites: DiBruno Brothers, Dietz and Watson, and Third Wheel Cheese Co.

The result is a wonderfully Philly-centric charcuterie board that is guaranteed to be a hit!

So, let’s break down what exactly else is on this board, starting with the ingredients from Philly Pretzel Factory:

  • The pretzel rivets are the perfect addition to a charcuterie board
  • Mini cheesesteaks combine some of the other ingredients on the board into one yummy bite
  • The spicy brown mustard works well with the rivets, plus many of the meats and cheeses on the board
  • The melted cheddar cheese is a must-have with the rivets (plus, dipping some of the meat into it is kind of amazing)

Next, Third Wheel Cheese. You can order these cheeses separately, or as part of a “Choose Your Own Adventure” cheese sampler.

  • Noblette Brie – Buttery, earthy, mushroomy, brie-like goodness. The tart, lactic and creamy cheese is aged 4-6 weeks.
  • Abruzze Jawn – Spiced with whole peppercorns, garlic, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Goat Rodeo Bamboozle – Semi-soft texture with notes of prosciutto and peanuts, this washed rind goat and cow’s milk cheese is aged for at least two months and washed with beer from Pittsburgh’s Cinderlands Beer Co.
  • Birchrun Hills Blue – Sweet and peppery with delicate blue flavors and a creamy texture.

I couldn’t leave out Dietz and Watson!

  • Truffle Salami Medallions – Salami made with truffle
  • Dietz Nuts Original – Savory sausage bites, based on Dietz & Watson’s traditional European landjaeger.

And last but not least, I used a bunch of ingredients from DiBruno Bros.

  • Manchego – Buttery and springy, tinged with fresh Spanish grasses.
  • Beef Salami – Brooklyn Cured Smoked Beef Salami
  • Auricchio Straveccio Provolone – A sharp yet creamy provolone
  • Onion Jam – Slow-cooked caramelized onions and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon combine to make a savory spread.
  • Mild Abbruzze Sausage – Firm and mild, with hints of garlic and spice.
  • Green Cerignola Olives – A mild and easy-pleasin’ olive for even the most discerning of palates.
  • Spicy Soppressata – Rustic, savory, and spicy.

I finished the board off with some dried cherries, and some local honey from my neighbor, Bee Here Now.

We snacked on this ALL day. It was awesome! I even made myself a cheesesteak-themed bite – beef salami, onion jam, and provolone!

Naturally, I also had a side of pretzel rivets dipped in spicy mustard!

 

This Charcuterie Board would be a great add to a small get together, although my husband and I enjoyed it as a grazing station of sorts for us all day.

 

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Philadelphia Themed Charcuterie Board

A Philadelphia themed charcuterie board created with ingredients from Philly Pretzel Factory, DiBruno Bros., Third Wheel Cheese Co., and Dietz & Watson
Course Appetizer, Party Apps
Keyword Charcuterie, Charcuterie Board, Cheese, Party Apps, Philadelphia, Soft Pretzels
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

Philly Pretzel Factory:

  • Pretzel Rivets
  • Mini cheesesteaks
  • Spicy brown mustard
  • Melted cheddar cheese

Third Wheel Cheese:

  • Noblette Brie
  • Abruzze Jawn
  • Goat Rodeo Bamboozle
  • Birchrun Hills Blue

Dietz and Watson:

  • Truffle Salami Medallions
  • Dietz Nuts Original

DiBruno Bros.:

  • Manchego
  • Beef Salami
  • Auricchio Straveccio Provolone
  • Onion Jam
  • Mild Abbruzze Sausage
  • Green Cerignola Olives
  • Spicy Soppressata

Other Ingredients:

  • Dried cherries
  • Local Honey

Instructions

Philly Pretzel Factory:

  • The pretzel rivets are the perfect addition to a charcuterie board
  • Mini cheesesteaks combine some of the other ingredients on the board into one yummy bite
  • The spicy brown mustard works well with the rivets, plus many of the meats and cheeses on the board
  • The melted cheddar cheese is a must-have with the rivets (plus, dipping some of the meat into it is kind of amazing)

Third Wheel Cheese. You can order these cheeses separately, or as part of a “Choose Your Own Adventure” cheese sampler.

  • Noblette Brie – Buttery, earthy, mushroomy, brie-like goodness. The tart, lactic and creamy cheese is aged 4-6 weeks.
  • Abruzze Jawn – Spiced with whole peppercorns, garlic, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Goat Rodeo Bamboozle – Semi-soft texture with notes of prosciutto and peanuts, this washed rind goat and cow’s milk cheese is aged for at least two months and washed with beer from Pittsburgh’s Cinderlands Beer Co.
  • Birchrun Hills Blue – Sweet and peppery with delicate blue flavors and a creamy texture.

Dietz and Watson

  • Truffle Salami Medallions – Salami made with truffle
  • Dietz Nuts Original – Savory sausage bites, based on Dietz & Watson’s traditional European landjaeger.

DiBruno Bros.

  • Manchego – Buttery and springy, tinged with fresh Spanish grasses.
  • Beef Salami – Brooklyn Cured Smoked Beef Salami
  • Auricchio Straveccio Provolone – A sharp yet creamy provolone
  • Onion Jam – Slow-cooked caramelized onions and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon combine to make a savory spread.
  • Mild Abbruzze Sausage – Firm and mild, with hints of garlic and spice.
  • Green Cerignola Olives – A mild and easy-pleasin’ olive for even the most discerning of palates.
  • Spicy Soppressata – Rustic, savory, and spicy.

Other Ingredients

  • I finished the board off with some dried cherries, and some local honey from my neighbor, Bee Here Now.

Bacon Egg Bites

Note: I was sent a copy of The Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook in order to write this review. Opinions are mine alone.

January is the time of year where many set goals for themselves for the next 12 months, with a lot of those goals centered around diet and exercise. I am not a registered dietician, and am not here to tell you what’s best for you to eat, but I do hope to offer a range of recipes for you to peruse.

Adding to my repertoire, this recipe is adapted from a Keto-inspired cookbook called The Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook. The cookbook is written by Stephanie Laska, who lost more than half her body weight be adjusting the traditional keto diet into something she could stick with without using expensive, hard-to-find ingredients and without adhering to so many strict rules.

The general gist of the keto diet is based on a low-carb, high fat, adequate-protein diet that forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates for weight loss. These Bacon Egg Bites have very few carbs per serving, but will keep you full through a busy morning. The addition of multiple types of dairy make for fluffy, creamy eggs that can be transported to work or eaten quickly before heading out the door, a perfect breakfast for busy mornings!

What I really like about this recipe is it’s completely adaptable to what you might have on hand. I used this as a bit of a fridge cleaner, so feel free to substitute ingredients as you see fit!

Note: this recipe is adapted from The Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook’s recipe for Starbucks Egg Bites

Ingredients:

  • 4 strips no-sugar added bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheese of your choice (I used manchego)
  • 1 (8 oz bar) full-fat cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup baby arugula (or whatever greens you have on hand – kale or spinach would also work)

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