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Thanksgiving Cheese Board

Thanksgiving Cheese Board

This Thanksgiving Cheese Board recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for the holidays. It features a variety of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers for a balanced and easy dish that everyone will enjoy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheeses
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese cubed
  • 8 ounces brie cheese round
  • 6 ounces goat cheese log
  • 4 ounces gorgonzola cheese crumbled
Fruits
  • 1 apple thinly sliced
  • 1 pear thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red grapes
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Nuts & Extras
  • 1/2 cup walnuts shelled
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Crackers assorted

Equipment

  • Large board or platter
  • Small Bowls
  • Cheese knives or spreaders
  • Small plates

Method
 

  1. Wash and slice all fruit. Unwrap the cheeses.
  2. Place the cheddar, brie, goat cheese, and gorgonzola apart from each other on a large board or platter.
  3. Arrange apple and pear slices around the cheeses. Scatter grapes and dried cranberries in open spaces.
  4. Sprinkle walnuts artfully around the board.
  5. Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or in a small bowl for dipping.
  6. Surround the board with crackers of your choice. Enjoy!

Notes

To enhance the flavor and texture of brie and goat cheese, remove them from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving. Vary the colors and textures of your cheeses and accompaniments for a visual appeal. Consider adding a small dish of fig jam or a spicy mustard for additional flavor profiles. If you're expecting a large crowd, consider making two smaller boards instead of one giant one to make everything more accessible.