A woodland-themed grazing layout featuring cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, crackers, and whimsical animal accents.
# Ingredient list:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed
04 - 2.8 oz goat cheese log, sliced
→ Meats (optional)
05 - 2.8 oz prosciutto
06 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced
→ Fruits
07 - 1 small bunch red grapes
08 - 1 small green apple, sliced
09 - 1 small pear, sliced
10 - 0.5 cup blueberries
11 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Nuts & Seeds
12 - 0.33 cup whole almonds
13 - 0.33 cup walnuts
→ Crackers & Breads
14 - 1 cup assorted crackers (e.g., water crackers, multigrain)
15 - 0.5 baguette, sliced
→ Garnishes & Accents
16 - 0.25 cup honey (in a small dish)
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible flowers (optional)
19 - 2–3 animal-shaped cookies or chocolates (fox, owl, hedgehog)
# Cooking steps:
01 - Place the assorted cheeses evenly across a large wooden board, spacing each variety to highlight their individual shapes.
02 - Fold or roll the prosciutto and salami, then arrange them nestled around the cheese selections for visual balance.
03 - Place grapes, apple slices, pear slices, blueberries, and dried apricots in small clusters distributed evenly throughout the board.
04 - Scatter or pile almonds and walnuts in multiple spots to create a rustic texture contrast on the board.
05 - Fan out assorted crackers and baguette slices to fill gaps, ensuring easy access for guests.
06 - Place a small bowl of honey on the board for dipping or drizzling.
07 - Tuck fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers around the board to evoke a woodland atmosphere.
08 - Strategically position animal-shaped cookies or chocolates to reinforce the forest animal theme.
09 - Serve immediately, brushing apple and pear slices with lemon juice beforehand to prevent browning.
