Seasonal fruit platter with crisp apples, pears, grapes, nuts, cheese, and a touch of honey for dipping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Fruit
01 - 2 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), sliced
02 - 1 pear, sliced
03 - 1 cup grapes, halved
04 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
05 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
→ Accompaniments
06 - 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted if preferred
07 - 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
08 - 1/4 cup honey
09 - 1/2 lemon, juice for brushing apple and pear slices
→ Garnish
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Thinly slice apples and pear, removing cores. Lightly brush slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - Layout apple and pear slices evenly on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Distribute grapes, dried cranberries, and optional pomegranate seeds around the arranged apple and pear slices.
04 - Place cubed cheddar cheese and toasted nuts in small piles or ramekins on the board for easy access.
05 - Pour honey into a small bowl and arrange it on the serving board to accompany the fruit and cheese.
06 - Optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately to maintain freshness.
