Elegantly arranged French cheeses with fresh fruits, nuts, honey, and crackers for a delightful sharing experience.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie de Meaux
02 - 5.3 oz Saint-Nectaire
03 - 4.2 oz Roquefort
04 - 5.3 oz Comté, aged 18 months
05 - 4.2 oz Chèvre (goat cheese log)
→ Fruits
06 - 1 bunch red grapes
07 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
08 - 1 apple, thinly sliced
09 - 8-10 dried apricots
10 - 8-10 dried figs
→ Accompaniments
11 - 1.8 oz walnuts
12 - 1.8 oz almonds
13 - 1 small jar fig jam
14 - 1 small jar honey
→ Breads & Crackers
15 - 1 baguette, sliced
16 - 1 packet assorted crackers
# Method Steps:
01 - Remove cheeses from refrigeration 30 to 45 minutes before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
02 - Place cheeses evenly spaced on a large serving platter or wooden board, slicing a few pieces from each to encourage tasting.
03 - Fill the spaces between cheeses with red grapes, pear and apple slices, dried apricots, and dried figs.
04 - Distribute walnuts and almonds around the cheeses to add crunch and visual interest.
05 - Set small bowls of fig jam and honey on the platter to accompany the cheeses and fruits.
06 - Offer sliced baguette and assorted crackers on the side for pairing with the cheeses.
