A vibrant festive cheese board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and savory treats for sharing.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds
→ Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
→ Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes, washed
08 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
09 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced
→ Nuts & Extras
12 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
13 - ½ cup dried cranberries
14 - ½ cup marinated olives
15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - ¼ cup fig jam
→ Crackers & Bread
17 - 1 baguette, sliced
18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
→ Garnishes
19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Fresh thyme sprigs
# Method:
01 - Arrange the cheeses evenly on a large serving board or platter, allowing space for other ingredients.
02 - Position the charcuterie slices around the cheeses, folding them attractively for visual appeal.
03 - Cluster the fresh fruits around the board to add color and contrast.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with candied nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives.
05 - Place honey and fig jam in small bowls, then add them to the board.
06 - Stack or fan out sliced baguette and assorted crackers on the board.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
08 - Serve immediately with cheese knives and spreaders readily available.