A colorful autumn spread featuring cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and crackers with decorative fall leaves.
# Components:
→ 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 edible)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter to facilitate serving.
02 - Fan out the apple and pear slices surrounding the cheeses.
03 - Cluster small bunches of grapes and distribute them across the board.
04 - Position dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
05 - Disperse pecans and walnuts between the fruit and cheese sections.
06 - Place sliced baguette and crackers along the board’s edges.
07 - Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve separately in a small bowl with a spoon.
08 - Tuck fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs among the components for aroma and appearance.
09 - Arrange clean, non-toxic autumn leaves around the platter as a decorative accent; remind guests leaves are not edible.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to optimize flavor and texture.
