Pasta Charcuterie Board (Easy Build-Your-Own Pasta Bar)
Turn pasta night into a fun, interactive meal with this easy pasta charcuterie board. Filled with pasta, sauces, proteins, cheeses, and fresh toppings, it's a customizable dinner idea that's perfect for family gatherings, parties, and entertaining.
Ingredients
Pasta Options
- Penne
- Bowtie
- Rigatoni
- Rotini
Protein Selections
- 2 Grilled chicken breasts sliced
- 12-16 Cooked meatballs
- 12 ounces Smoked sausage sliced
- 12 ounces Grilled Shrimp
Sauce Options
- Marinara sauce
- Alfredo sauce
- Pesto
- Garlic butter sauce
- Vodka sauce
Vegetables & Toppings
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces mushrooms sautéed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 6 cloves roasted garlic
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red pepper flakes
Cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella pearls
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and allow it to cool slightly.
- Cook and prepare the proteins, vegetables, sauces, and toppings. Transfer sauces to small serving bowls.
- Place the pasta on a large serving board or platter. Add bowls of sauce and larger ingredients first to help establish the layout.
- Arrange the proteins, vegetables, cheeses, and toppings around the board, keeping similar ingredients grouped together.
- Finish with fresh basil, shaved Parmesan, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately and allow guests to build their own pasta bowls.
Notes
- Plan for approximately 1 cup of cooked pasta per person.
- Short pasta shapes are easiest to serve.
- Keep sauces in bowls to prevent ingredients from mixing together.
- For best results, assemble shortly before serving.
- Refrigerate leftovers separately for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Use refrigerated sauces within 7 days of opening or preparing.
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