A colorful fall board featuring seasonal fruits, cheeses, nuts, and savory bites for easy entertaining.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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, divided into small clusters
09 - 1 bunch green grapes, divided 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
# Directions:
01 - Select a large wooden serving board or platter to arrange all components.
02 - Place cheeses in separate sections, slicing some varieties for easy serving.
03 - Fold or roll cured meats and position them around the cheeses for accessibility.
04 - Arrange grapes in clusters and fan out apple and pear slices to create color contrast.
05 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and dried apricots in open spaces across the board.
06 - Distribute roasted almonds, candied pecans, and pumpkin seeds evenly for texture.
07 - Fill small bowls or ramekins with fig jam, honey, olives, and cornichons, then set on the board.
08 - Add sliced baguette and crackers to fill remaining spaces and provide variety.
09 - Optionally garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for a festive touch and serve immediately.
