A must-have on charcuterie boardsand cheese boards, cornichons are those miniature pickles that make you wonder just how they got so small. Cornichons, or gherkins as the English say, come from a breed of cucumber that is pickled when only one to two inches long, effectively stunting the growth. The tiny gherkins are steeped in vinegar, salt, and savory herbs, giving them a more intense flavor than your average pickle. Serve cornichons with classic meat pâté and nutty cheeses on your next charcuterie board, or dice them to make a piquant relish for burgers, grilled chicken, and more.
