A curated selection of French cheeses, fruits, nuts, and artisanal accompaniments presented beautifully on a platter.
# 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 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
# Directions:
01 - Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 to 45 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor and texture.
02 - Position cheeses evenly on a large 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 figs to add color and sweetness.
04 - Distribute walnuts and almonds around the cheeses for crunch and visual interest.
05 - Set small bowls of fig jam and honey on the platter for complementary flavors.
06 - Offer sliced baguette and assorted crackers alongside the platter for pairing.
