An elegant board featuring cheeses, meats, fruits, and garnishes inspired by winter sleigh rides.
# What you need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
03 - 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 4.2 oz gouda, cubed
→ Cured Meats
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 2.8 oz smoked ham, rolled
→ Crackers & Breads
08 - 1 baguette, sliced
09 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers
10 - 2.1 oz breadsticks
→ Seasonal Fruits
11 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
12 - 1 cup green grapes, whole
13 - 2 pears, thinly sliced
14 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
15 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Accents & Garnishes
16 - 0.5 cup candied pecans
17 - 0.33 cup mixed green and black olives
18 - 0.25 cup cornichons
19 - 0.25 cup whole grain mustard
20 - Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish
# How to make it:
01 - Select a large wooden board or platter to arrange all components.
02 - Place cheeses evenly spaced on the board for easy access.
03 - Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses, folding or rolling each slice attractively.
04 - Organize the baguette slices, assorted crackers, and breadsticks into small clusters or baskets.
05 - Fill in gaps with fresh and dried fruits, balancing color and texture across the board.
06 - Arrange candied pecans, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or directly on the board.
07 - Set a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the cured meats.
08 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to enhance visual appeal.
09 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
