A colorful spread of fruits, cheeses, nuts, and accompaniments perfect for sharing and entertaining.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz creamy brie, in wedges
03 - 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 4.2 oz smoked gouda, sliced
→ Cured Meats (optional)
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey, thinly sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 bunch red grapes, separated into small clusters
09 - 1 bunch green grapes, separated into small clusters
10 - 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
11 - 2 pears, cored and thinly sliced
12 - 1 pomegranate, seeds removed
13 - 1 cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Seeds
14 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
15 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
16 - 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
→ Accompaniments
17 - 1/2 cup fig jam
18 - 1/2 cup honey
19 - 1 cup assorted olives
20 - 1/2 cup cornichons or gherkins
21 - 1 French baguette, sliced
22 - 1 box assorted crackers
# Method:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter as your base for arranging ingredients.
02 - Place cheeses in distinct areas, slicing some for easy serving access.
03 - Fold or roll cured meats and arrange them around cheeses.
04 - Place fresh fruits in colorful clusters, fanning apple and pear slices for visual effect.
05 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and dried apricots in open spaces.
06 - Sprinkle roasted almonds, candied pecans, and pumpkin seeds for texture.
07 - Spoon fig jam, honey, olives, and cornichons into small bowls or ramekins and set them on the board.
08 - Fill remaining spaces with sliced baguette and assorted crackers.
09 - Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme to enhance presentation.
10 - Present immediately and invite guests to assemble their own bites.
