According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 30 million Americans suffer from Type 2 Diabetes. Approximately 531,646 people in Kentucky, or 14.5% of adults, have diabetes. Charcuterie has been around for centuries and is growing in popularity. The participants targeted were Oldham County Residents interested in learning a new way to prepare and present food. Oldham County partnered with Trimble County to present a Charcuterie class that focused on balancing, food storage, preparation, and using the five senses to prepare a pleasing board while providing a healthier alternative for family or holiday gatherings.

Twenty-four individuals participated in person at the Oldham County Extension office.  The instructor provided instructions via zoom. Ingredients were provided for a hands-on experience. At the beginning of the class, the Oldham County Family Consumer Science asked participants to show by hand if this was their first time participating in a class offered by the Oldham County Extension office; 90% raised their hands.  Paper survey results showed that 100% of participants learned how to prepare a balanced board and understood Charcuterie better. 96% of participants understood the difference between cross-contamination and cross-contact and safe food handling practices after participating in the class. 83% said they planned to use Charcuterie boards in their menu planning.