A colorful platter featuring cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and crackers with seasonal garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ¼ cup dried cranberries
→ Nuts & Extras
11 - ½ cup raw pecans
12 - ½ cup walnuts
13 - ¼ 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 for consumption)
# How to Make It:
01 - Evenly space the assorted cheeses across a large wooden board or platter to facilitate easy serving.
02 - Fan out sliced apple and pear around the cheeses for a balanced visual appeal.
03 - Cluster red grapes into small bunches and scatter them evenly across the board.
04 - Add dried apricots and cranberries in small piles adjacent to cheese selections.
05 - Distribute raw pecans and walnuts between fruit and cheese groups to add texture variety.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the perimeter of the platter for accessibility.
07 - Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve separately in a small bowl with a spoon to complement flavors.
08 - Tuck rosemary or thyme sprigs among the ingredients to enhance aroma and appearance.
09 - Decorate the platter immaculately with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a seasonal touch; inform guests these are decorative only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor and enjoyment.
