A colorful autumn board highlighting cheeses, fresh fruits, crackers, dips, and festive garnishes.
# What you'll need:
→ 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 - Distribute cheeses evenly across the serving board to allow easy access.
02 - Group fruits and vegetables around the cheeses, alternating colors to enhance visual appeal.
03 - Arrange crackers, bread slices, and pretzels in open spaces, fanning them out for convenience.
04 - Spoon pumpkin hummus and ranch dip into small bowls and place them on opposite sides of the board.
05 - Evenly distribute 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 place mini decorative pumpkins or gourds for a festive touch.
07 - Present immediately and replenish items as needed during the event.
