UPDATED June 2nd, 2018
Whether you are planning a gathering with friends or a quiet night at home with your favorite reality TV show, a delicious cheese board is a perfect snack to satisfy you and your guests. It is comforting, delicious, fun to eat and it goes really well with different types of wine, (a huge perk in our book). Plus, with so many varieties from all over the world, you’ll never be bored. Beyond that, cheese even offers some health benefits. While you do need to consume in moderation due to the high levels of sodium and saturated fat, “cheese is a great source of protein and calcium,” explains Joy Bauer, registered dietician, nutrition expert, best-selling author and contributor on NBC’s Today Show. “Since protein curbs hunger and keeps you feeling satisfied after meals and snacks, cheese can help you to lose weight. As part of a well-rounded nutrition plan, the protein in cheese can slow down the absorption of carbohydrates eaten at the same meal or snack and therefore help balance your blood-sugar levels and improve mood as well.”
Oh, and did we mention it’s easy to put together? As fancy as a cheese platter may look, it’s actually simple to assemble as long as you have the right components and you avoid some common mistakes.
