A visually appealing board with cheeses, meats, fruits, and seasonal accents perfect for festive occasions.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
03 - 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 4.2 oz gouda, cubed
→ Cured Meats
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 2.8 oz smoked ham, rolled
→ Crackers & Breads
08 - 1 baguette, sliced
09 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers
10 - 2.1 oz breadsticks
→ Seasonal Fruits
11 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
12 - 1 cup green grapes
13 - 2 pears, thinly sliced
14 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
15 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Accents & Garnishes
16 - 0.5 cup candied pecans
17 - 0.33 cup olives (green and black mix)
18 - 0.25 cup cornichons
19 - 0.25 cup whole grain mustard
20 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
# Method:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter and position it on your prep area.
02 - Place the various cheeses evenly across the board, spacing them to allow easy access.
03 - Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses, folding or rolling slices for visual appeal.
04 - Arrange sliced baguette, crackers, and breadsticks in small groups or baskets near the meats and cheeses.
05 - Fill gaps on the board with red and green grapes, pear slices, seeded pomegranate, and dried apricots, balancing colors and textures.
06 - Place candied pecans, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or directly on the board as preferred.
07 - Set a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the meats for added flavor contrast.
08 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to evoke a winter atmosphere.
09 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour prior to serving.
