Seasonal assortment of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers presented with autumn 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 - Handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
17 - Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (not for consumption)
# Method:
01 - Place cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter to facilitate serving.
02 - Fan sliced apple and pear around the cheese selections.
03 - Cluster grapes in small bunches scattered across the board.
04 - Place dried apricots and cranberries in small piles adjacent to cheeses.
05 - Scatter pecans and walnuts between fruit and cheese groups to balance texture.
06 - Place sliced baguette and crackers around the platter’s edges.
07 - Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve separately for individual use.
08 - Tuck sprigs of fresh rosemary or thyme into the arrangement for aroma and visual appeal.
09 - Decorate with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves to enhance presentation; remind guests leaves are decorative only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature for optimum flavor.
