A colorful autumn spread featuring seasonal fruits, a variety of cheeses, nuts, and savory accompaniments.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Seeds
14 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
15 - 0.5 cup candied pecans
16 - 0.25 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
→ Accompaniments
17 - 0.5 cup fig jam
18 - 0.5 cup honey
19 - 1 cup assorted olives
20 - 0.5 cup cornichons or gherkins
21 - 1 French baguette, sliced
22 - 1 box assorted crackers
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter as the serving base.
02 - Place cheeses in distinct sections, slicing some for easy access.
03 - Fold or roll cured meats and nestle them around the cheeses.
04 - Arrange fresh fruits in colorful clusters, fanning out apple and pear slices elegantly.
05 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and dried apricots in open spaces for texture and color.
06 - Distribute roasted almonds, candied pecans, and pumpkin seeds evenly for crunch.
07 - Set fig jam, honey, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or ramekins on the board.
08 - Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers to fill empty spaces.
09 - Optionally garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme. Serve immediately inviting guests to assemble their selections.
