A festive assembly of cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts and sweet treats ideal for cozy winter occasions.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, log style
→ Meats (optional; omit for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz Smoked turkey breast, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 cup red grapes, washed and halved
09 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
10 - 2 pears, sliced
11 - 1 apple, sliced
12 - 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
→ Dried Fruits & Nuts
13 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
14 - 1/2 cup dried figs, halved
15 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
16 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
→ Crackers & Bread
17 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers (whole wheat, seed, or gluten-free options)
18 - 1 French baguette, sliced
→ Sweet Treats
19 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate pieces
20 - 3.5 oz white chocolate-covered pretzels
21 - 1/2 cup sugared cranberries (optional)
→ Garnishes
22 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
23 - Fresh thyme sprigs
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Select a large wooden board or serving tray as the foundation for assembling the components.
02 - Distribute the cheeses evenly across the tray, positioning firmer varieties first and placing softer cheeses centrally or at the corners.
03 - Fold and arrange the sliced meats in small piles or rosettes adjacent to the cheeses, if using.
04 - Cluster fresh fruit slices and grapes in small groups around the tray to provide color and freshness.
05 - Fill remaining spaces with dried fruits, nuts, and sweet treats to add texture and variety.
06 - Position crackers and baguette slices along the tray edges or in neat stacks for convenient access.
07 - Finish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to enhance the presentation and impart a wintery aroma.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours before presenting.
