German Breakfast Board
A stunning spread of cured meats, cheeses, breads, and fresh accompaniments that transforms breakfast into an elegant German-style feast. Perfect for weekends when you want to slow down and share a meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 4 ounces sliced German ham or prosciutto
- 3 ounces sliced German salami or spiced sausage (e.g., cervelat)
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 4 ounces aged German cheese (e.g., Emmental or aged Gouda), sliced
- 2 whole fresh hard pretzels or rye bread rolls
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 whole large eggs
- 4 whole fresh radishes
- ½ whole crisp cucumber, English or Kirby
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives), chopped
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Arrange the ham and salami slices loosely on a large wooden board or serving platter, leaving space for other items; aim for casual, overlapping folds rather than neat piles.
- 2
Place the sliced cheese next to the cured meats in a small cluster on the board.
- 3
Spoon the mustard into a small bowl and place it in the center or corner of the board for dipping.
- 4
Slice each pretzel or roll in half lengthwise, then arrange the halves cut-side up around the board.
- 5
Spread a thin layer of softened butter on each pretzel or roll half using a small spreading knife.
- 6
Rinse the radishes under cold water, then place each one on a cutting board and slice lengthwise through the root into paper-thin slices; arrange them on the board.
- 7
Slice the cucumber crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds and scatter them on the board next to the radishes.
- 8
Bring a small pot of water to a boil over high heat, place the 2 eggs in a spoon and gently lower them into the water, then remove from heat and let sit for 6 minutes to soft-boil.
- 9
After 6 minutes, remove the soft-boiled eggs with a slotted spoon and place them in egg cups if you have them, or nestled directly on a small section of the board.
- 10
Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the cucumber and radish slices to brighten them slightly.
- 11
Sprinkle the chopped fresh herbs evenly over the vegetables and cheese.
- 12
Season the entire board lightly with salt and pepper, then serve immediately while the eggs are still warm and the pretzels are fresh.
Tools you’ll need
- large wooden or ceramic serving board or platter
- small spreading knife
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- small bowl for mustard
- small pot
- slotted spoon
- egg cups (optional)
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