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The Big Board is a great way to bring people together. Whether cooking from scratch, or buying premade food in the store, building a board is an artful way to present your delicious food!

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Hello and welcome to my home and table! I’m Sandy Coughlin—recipe developer, founder of THE BIG BOARD, cookbook author, wife and mom to 3 adult kids. Enjoy our recipes, board ideas, entertaining tips, and travel adventures! (More about me »)

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