A whimsical board featuring moon and star shapes of cheese, fruits, nuts, and sweet accents for easy entertaining.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz Brie cheese
02 - 4.2 oz Gouda cheese
03 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese
04 - 3.5 oz Sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1 small log goat cheese
→ Fruits
06 - 1 cup seedless grapes (red and/or green)
07 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
08 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
09 - 0.5 cup blueberries
→ Crackers & Bread
10 - 1 cup assorted crackers (preferably star- and moon-shaped)
11 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Nuts & Sweets
12 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
13 - 0.5 cup candied walnuts
14 - 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars
15 - 0.25 cup moon-shaped sugar cookies
→ Garnishes
16 - Edible gold dust (optional)
17 - Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs
# How to Make:
01 - Cut cheeses into star and crescent moon shapes using small cookie cutters; crumble or slice any remaining cheese as preferred.
02 - Place shaped cheeses in the center of a large serving board, alternating shapes to create a celestial appearance.
03 - Surround cheeses with crackers and sliced baguette evenly across the board.
04 - Distribute clusters of grapes, pear slices, dried apricots, and blueberries in open spaces between cheeses and crackers.
05 - Sprinkle roasted almonds and candied walnuts throughout the board to add texture and flavor.
06 - Place dark chocolate stars and moon-shaped sugar cookies strategically as sweet accents.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary or mint sprigs; optionally dust select items lightly with edible gold for an enchanting touch.
08 - Present immediately at room temperature for optimal enjoyment.