An inviting board of cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and charming forest-themed accents for sharing.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed
04 - 2.8 oz goat cheese log, sliced
→ Meats (optional)
05 - 2.8 oz prosciutto
06 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced
→ Fruits
07 - 1 small bunch red grapes
08 - 1 small green apple, sliced
09 - 1 small pear, sliced
10 - ½ cup blueberries
11 - ½ cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Seeds
12 - ⅓ cup whole almonds
13 - ⅓ cup walnuts
→ Crackers & Breads
14 - 1 cup assorted crackers (e.g., water crackers, multigrain)
15 - ½ baguette, sliced
→ Garnishes & Accents
16 - ¼ cup honey in a small dish
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible flowers (optional)
19 - 2 to 3 animal-shaped cookies or chocolates (fox, owl, hedgehog)
# Directions:
01 - Place cheese wedges, slices, and cubes evenly across a large wooden board, spacing each variety distinctly.
02 - Fold or roll prosciutto and salami slices, arranging them around the cheeses to create visual interest.
03 - Cluster grapes, apple slices, pear slices, blueberries, and dried apricots artistically throughout the board.
04 - Sprinkle whole almonds and walnuts in small piles or scatter for a natural, rustic effect.
05 - Fan assorted crackers and sliced baguette into gaps to facilitate easy grabbing.
06 - Place a small dish of honey on the board, then tuck fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers around for a woodland ambiance.
07 - Arrange animal-shaped cookies or chocolates thoughtfully to evoke the forest animal theme.
08 - Serve immediately; brush apple and pear slices lightly with lemon juice beforehand to prevent browning.
