Blue Ridge Mountains Cheese (Print Version)

A scenic blue cheese arrangement with crackers, honey, walnuts, and fresh fruit for an elegant appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 2.8 oz Roquefort cheese
02 - 2.8 oz Gorgonzola cheese
03 - 2.8 oz Stilton cheese
04 - 2.8 oz Bleu d'Auvergne cheese

→ Crackers

05 - 16 artisanal whole-grain crackers

→ Garnishes

06 - 1 tablespoon honey
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted walnuts, chopped
08 - 1 small bunch fresh grapes or sliced figs
09 - Fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary sprigs), optional

# How to Make:

01 - Cut each blue cheese into irregular wedges or blocks to resemble jagged mountain peaks.
02 - Place crackers in a single layer on a large serving platter or board to create a sky-like background.
03 - Arrange the blue cheese pieces in a row along the edge of the crackers, varying height and angles for a natural horizon effect.
04 - Lightly drizzle honey over the cheeses and sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts.
05 - Distribute fresh grapes or sliced figs around the platter to add color and freshness.
06 - Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary sprigs and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks restaurant-worthy but takes just fifteen minutes, so you can actually enjoy your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • Blue cheeses do something magical when you let them shine like this, and people always ask how you made it look so effortless.
02 -
  • Don't let your cheeses sit out for more than an hour before serving or they'll start to sweat and lose their lovely texture.
  • If you're using honey straight from the jar, warm it slightly under running water so it drizzles smoothly instead of globbing all over the board.
03 -
  • Slice your cheese just before assembling so the cut surfaces stay bright and appealing instead of drying out or browning.
  • Warm your serving platter slightly under hot water and dry it completely before arranging your cheeses so they don't sweat or slip around.
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