An autumn-inspired board with cheeses, fruits, crackers, dips, and festive garnishes perfect for fall events.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
→ Fruits & Vegetables
04 - 1 cup baby carrots
05 - 1 cup orange bell pepper strips
06 - 1 cup green grapes
07 - 1 cup apple slices
08 - ½ cup dried apricots
→ Crackers & Bread
09 - 1 cup whole wheat crackers
10 - 1 cup mini pretzels
11 - 1 baguette, sliced
→ Dips & Spreads
12 - ½ cup pumpkin hummus
13 - ½ cup ranch dip
→ Sweets & Treats
14 - ½ cup chocolate-covered almonds
15 - ½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels
16 - ½ cup pumpkin-shaped candy corn
17 - ¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
19 - Mini decorative pumpkins or gourds (for presentation only)
# Method:
01 - Place cheeses evenly across the serving board, spacing them for easy selection.
02 - Group fruits and vegetables around the cheeses, alternating colors for an appealing display.
03 - Fan out crackers, bread slices, and pretzels in the remaining spaces for easy grabbing.
04 - Spoon pumpkin hummus and ranch dip into small bowls and place them on opposite sides of the board.
05 - Disperse chocolate-covered almonds, yogurt-covered pretzels, candy corn, and roasted pumpkin seeds to fill gaps and add color.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and mini ornamental pumpkins or gourds to enhance the festive look.
07 - Present immediately and replenish items as needed throughout serving.
