Assorted artisanal crackers paired with preserves, nuts, and fruits for a refined appetizer or cheese board.
# Components:
→ Crackers
01 - 3.5 oz multigrain crackers
02 - 3.5 oz seeded whole wheat crackers
03 - 3.5 oz classic water crackers
04 - 3.5 oz rosemary olive oil crisps
→ Preserves & Spreads
05 - 3.5 oz fig jam
06 - 3.5 oz red onion marmalade
07 - 3.5 oz apricot preserves
08 - 3.5 oz quince paste
→ Cheeses (optional for pairing)
09 - 4 oz aged cheddar, sliced
10 - 4 oz creamy brie, sliced
11 - 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
→ Fruits & Nuts
12 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
13 - 1 firm pear, sliced
14 - 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
15 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
# Method:
01 - Stack the assorted crackers vertically or create a cascading tower on a large serving platter or wooden board.
02 - Spoon each preserve or jam into small ramekins or bowls and position them surrounding the cracker tower.
03 - Position cheese slices or wedges adjacent to the preserves for effortless pairing, if including cheeses.
04 - Garnish the presentation with seedless grapes, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and dried apricots to enhance color and texture.
05 - Present immediately, supplying cheese knives and small spreaders to facilitate serving.
