An autumn-inspired board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and savory additions for easy festive entertaining.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz creamy brie, 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
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter as your base.
02 - Place cheeses in distinct sections, cutting some into slices for easy serving.
03 - Fold or roll cured meats and arrange them around the cheeses.
04 - Distribute red and green grapes in clusters; fan out thin apple and pear slices for visual appeal.
05 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and dried apricots in open areas to add color and texture.
06 - Scatter roasted almonds, candied pecans, and pumpkin seeds evenly for crunch.
07 - Put fig jam, honey, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or ramekins and set them on the board.
08 - Fill remaining spaces with sliced French baguette and assorted crackers.
09 - Optionally garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme for a festive finish.
10 - Serve immediately and invite guests to build their own selections.
