Vibrant platter of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers styled with autumn leaves for a seasonal touch.
# 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 edible)
# Method:
01 - Distribute the sliced and wedged cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter, spacing them for easy access.
02 - Fan out the sliced apple and pear around the cheeses to create appeal and easy reach.
03 - Cluster the red grapes in small bunches and scatter them strategically across the platter for color and texture contrast.
04 - Position small piles of dried apricots and cranberries near the cheese selections.
05 - Scatter raw pecans and walnuts between cheese and fruit groups to fill gaps and add crunch.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the perimeter of the board to complete the arrangement.
07 - Lightly drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve in a small bowl alongside with a spoon.
08 - Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs throughout the platter for aromatic and visual enhancement.
09 - Garnish with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive presentation while reminding guests they are purely decorative.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to highlight the optimal flavors and textures.
