A visually stunning grazing board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and edible flowers inspired by an enchanted forest.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz Blue Cheese, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Goat Cheese, formed into logs
→ Charcuterie (omit for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, rolled
06 - 3.5 oz Salami, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
08 - 1 cup blackberries
09 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
10 - 1 green apple, thinly sliced
11 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
12 - ½ cup dried apricots
→ Vegetables
13 - 1 cup baby carrots
14 - 1 cup cucumber slices
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
16 - ½ cup sugar snap peas
→ Nuts & Extras
17 - ½ cup roasted almonds
18 - ½ cup walnuts
19 - ¼ cup shelled pistachios
20 - ¼ cup honey
21 - ½ cup fig or berry preserves
→ Breads & Crackers
22 - 1 baguette, sliced
23 - 1 cup assorted crackers
→ Edible Garnishes
24 - ¼ cup edible flowers (pansies, violets)
25 - Small sprigs fresh rosemary and thyme
# Directions:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter as the serving base.
02 - Place the cheeses in distinct areas, using small bowls for soft or crumbled varieties if desired.
03 - Position prosciutto and salami slices in gentle folds or rolls adjacent to the cheeses.
04 - Scatter fresh fruits and vegetables across the board, grouping by color and shape for visual harmony.
05 - Fill remaining spaces with nuts, dried fruits, and small bowls of honey and preserves.
06 - Place sliced baguette and crackers along edges or open areas for easy access.
07 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh herb sprigs to evoke an enchanted forest aesthetic.
08 - Present immediately with appropriate utensils and small plates available for guests.