A curated French cheese selection paired with fresh fruits, nuts, honey, and crackers for a vibrant spread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie de Meaux
02 - 5.3 oz Saint-Nectaire
03 - 4.2 oz Roquefort
04 - 5.3 oz Aged Comté (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 to 10 dried apricots
10 - 8 to 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
# How to make it:
01 - Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 to 45 minutes prior to serving to allow flavors to develop at room temperature.
02 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced on a large platter or wooden board and cut a few slices from each variety to encourage tasting.
03 - Fill the spaces between cheeses with red grapes, thinly sliced pear and apple, dried apricots, and figs to create a balanced presentation.
04 - Distribute walnuts and almonds around the cheeses to add texture and visual interest.
05 - Place small bowls containing fig jam and honey on the platter for complementary pairings.
06 - Accompany the platter with sliced baguette and assorted crackers served on the side.