Enchanted Forest Grazing Board (Printer View)

A whimsical board with fresh fruits, cheeses, nuts, and delicate garnishes that evoke woodland charm.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie, cut into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged cheddar, sliced
03 - 4.2 oz Goat cheese, rolled into mini logs
04 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese, crumbled

→ Fresh Fruits

05 - 1 cup red grapes, on the vine
06 - 1 cup green grapes, on the vine
07 - 1 large green apple, sliced
08 - 1 pear, sliced
09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - ½ cup blueberries
11 - ½ cup blackberries
12 - ½ cup dried apricots

→ Vegetables & Greens

13 - 1 cup baby carrots
14 - 1 cup mini cucumbers, sliced
15 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
16 - ½ cup radishes, sliced
17 - 1 cup edible flowers (pansies, violets, nasturtiums)
18 - 2 cups mixed baby greens (arugula, spinach)

→ Nuts & Seeds

19 - ½ cup toasted walnuts
20 - ½ cup roasted almonds
21 - ¼ cup pumpkin seeds

→ Crackers & Bread

22 - 1 baguette, sliced
23 - 1 cup assorted crackers

→ Dips & Spreads

24 - ½ cup fig jam
25 - ½ cup honey
26 - ¼ cup whole grain mustard

→ Garnishes

27 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
28 - Fresh thyme sprigs

# Method steps:

01 - Arrange mixed baby greens evenly on a large wooden serving board to create a lush foundation.
02 - Distribute Brie, aged cheddar, goat cheese, and blue cheese wedges in separated sections across the board.
03 - Place clusters of red and green grapes, apple and pear slices, strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries around the cheeses.
04 - Scatter baby carrots, sliced cucumbers, sugar snap peas, radishes, and edible flowers over the board for color and texture contrast.
05 - Nestle toasted walnuts, roasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, and dried apricots into empty spaces to add variety and richness.
06 - Place sliced baguette and assorted crackers along the edges or in small stacks to allow easy access.
07 - Spoon fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard into small bowls and position them thoughtfully among the other items.
08 - Add fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs as decorative and aromatic touches to evoke a woodland atmosphere.
09 - Present immediately, inviting guests to explore and sample the variety of flavors and textures.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Visually stunning and whimsical
  • Perfect for entertaining or a magical picnic
02 -
  • For a vegan version use plant-based cheeses and maple syrup instead of honey
  • Swap in seasonal fruits or vegetables as desired
03 -
  • Use a variety of textures and colors for visual appeal
  • Arrange ingredients loosely to invite grazing and exploration
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