An elegant arrangement featuring a variety of cheeses, seasonal fruits, nuts, and crackers with autumn leaf accents.
# 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 fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
17 - Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (not edible)
# Method:
01 - Space cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter to facilitate easy serving.
02 - Fan apple and pear slices around the cheeses to create an appealing display.
03 - Cluster the red grapes in small bunches and distribute them across the board.
04 - Arrange dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
05 - Distribute pecans and walnuts evenly among the fruit and cheese groupings.
06 - Position sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the edge of the board.
07 - Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve in a small bowl alongside a spoon.
08 - Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
09 - Garnish the platter with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves as a festive touch; inform guests these are for decoration only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to enjoy peak flavors.
