An elegant French-inspired platter combining cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and sweets for festive gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz Comté, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz Roquefort, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Chèvre (goat cheese), sliced
→ Charcuterie
05 - 5.3 oz Jambon de Bayonne or prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 4.2 oz Saucisson sec, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz Rosette de Lyon, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 bunch red grapes
09 - 1 ripe pear, sliced
10 - 1 ripe apple, sliced
11 - 8 fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season)
12 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
→ Nuts & Extras
13 - 2.8 oz walnuts
14 - 2.8 oz Marcona almonds
15 - 2.1 oz dried apricots
16 - 2.1 oz dried cranberries
17 - 1 small jar fig jam or quince paste
→ Breads & Crackers
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 1 packet assorted crackers
20 - 1 small loaf nutty or fruit bread, sliced
→ Sweet Bites
21 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate squares
22 - 8 mini macarons, assorted flavors
# Method:
01 - Place all cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter to allow easy access.
02 - Fold and arrange sliced charcuterie attractively around the cheeses to complement the display.
03 - Distribute fresh fruits across the platter, fanning fruit slices and scattering grapes and figs for visual appeal.
04 - Place nuts, dried fruits, and fig jam or quince paste in small bowls or in separate sections on the board.
05 - Arrange slices of baguette, assorted crackers, and fruit or nut bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses for convenience.
06 - Set aside dark chocolate squares and mini macarons in a dedicated corner or on a separate small plate.
07 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the platter and optionally garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for a festive touch.
08 - Present immediately with small plates, napkins, and cheese knives for guests to enjoy.
