A colorful autumn arrangement of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers with fresh herb 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 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
10 - 0.25 cup dried cranberries
→ Nuts & Extras
11 - 0.5 cup raw pecans
12 - 0.5 cup walnuts
13 - 0.25 cup honey for drizzling
→ Crackers & Bread
14 - 1 baguette, sliced
15 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
→ Garnishes
16 - A handful fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
17 - Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (not edible)
# Directions:
01 - Place cheeses evenly over a large wooden board or platter, spacing them for convenient serving.
02 - Fan out apple and pear slices around the cheeses to add color and balance.
03 - Cluster red grapes in small bunches and scatter across the board.
04 - Position dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
05 - Scatter pecans and walnuts in the spaces between fruit and cheese groupings.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers around the edges of the board for easy access.
07 - Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve it separately in a small bowl with a spoon.
08 - Tuck fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs among the items to enhance aroma and presentation.
09 - Decorate with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive appearance. Remind guests leaves are decorative only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to enjoy the best flavor experience.
