Seasonal cheese and fruit board with nuts, crackers, and honey for a colorful, elegant presentation.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 (optional, not for eating)
# Method:
01 - Place the cheeses evenly on a large wooden board or platter, spacing for easy access.
02 - Fan out the apple and pear slices around the cheeses.
03 - Cluster the grapes in small bunches and scatter them across the board.
04 - Arrange dried apricots and cranberries in small piles adjacent to the cheeses.
05 - Distribute pecans and walnuts between the fruit and cheese areas.
06 - Place sliced baguette and crackers around the edges of the board.
07 - Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve it on the side in a small bowl.
08 - Tuck fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs throughout for aroma and decoration.
09 - Garnish platter with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive look; inform guests leaves are for decoration only.
10 - Serve immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor.
