Seasonal fruit and nut arrangement with apples, grapes, cheese, and honey for a fresh, flavorful spread.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Fruit
01 - 2 crisp apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala), thinly sliced
02 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
04 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
05 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
→ Accompaniments
06 - 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted if preferred
07 - 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
08 - 1/4 cup honey
09 - Juice of 1/2 lemon (for brushing fruit slices to prevent browning)
→ Garnish
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# How-To:
01 - Slice apples and pear thinly, removing the cores. Brush all slices lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - Arrange the apple and pear slices evenly on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Distribute grapes, dried cranberries, and pomegranate seeds around the apple and pear slices.
04 - Place cubed cheddar cheese and toasted nuts in small piles or ramekins on the platter.
05 - Pour honey into a small bowl and set it on the board for dipping.
06 - Garnish the fruit board with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
