Seasonal cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers arranged elegantly with autumn leaves for a festive presentation.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz brie, wedge
03 - 5.3 oz blue cheese, wedge
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese log, sliced
05 - 4.2 oz smoked gouda, sliced
→ Fruits
06 - 1 ripe pear, sliced
07 - 1 small apple, sliced
08 - 1 bunch red grapes
09 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
10 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries
→ Nuts & Extras
11 - 1/2 cup raw pecans
12 - 1/2 cup walnuts
13 - 1/4 cup honey for drizzling
→ Crackers & Bread
14 - 1 baguette, sliced
15 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
→ Garnishes
16 - A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
17 - Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (not for eating)
# Recipe Steps:
01 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced across a large wooden board or serving platter to facilitate easy serving.
02 - Fan the apple and pear slices around the cheese selections.
03 - Cluster red grapes in small bunches and distribute them across the board.
04 - Add dried apricots and dried cranberries in small, separate piles near the cheeses.
05 - Distribute raw pecans and walnuts between the fruit and cheese sections for balanced texture.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the board's perimeter.
07 - Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or provide it in a small bowl with a spoon alongside.
08 - Tuck fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs throughout to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
09 - Garnish the platter with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive presentation, advising guests these are for decoration only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor development.
