A vibrant autumn spread with seasonal fruits, cheeses, nuts, and savory bites perfect for gatherings.
# 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 - 1 cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Seeds
14 - ½ cup roasted almonds
15 - ½ cup candied pecans
16 - ¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
→ Accompaniments
17 - ½ cup fig jam
18 - ½ cup honey
19 - 1 cup assorted olives
20 - ½ cup cornichons or gherkins
21 - 1 French baguette, sliced
22 - 1 box assorted crackers
# How To Make It:
01 - Select a large wooden serving board or platter as the foundation.
02 - Place cheeses in distinct sections, slicing some for easy picking.
03 - Fold or roll cured meats and arrange them alongside cheeses.
04 - Distribute fresh grapes in small bunches and fan out apple and pear slices for visual appeal.
05 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and dried apricots evenly in open areas.
06 - Evenly scatter roasted almonds, candied pecans, and pumpkin seeds for texture.
07 - Fill small bowls or ramekins with fig jam, honey, assorted olives, and cornichons; position them on the board.
08 - Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers to fill remaining spaces.
09 - Optionally garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme, then serve immediately, encouraging guests to assemble their own bites.
