A colorful board with eggs, fresh fruits, cheeses, and artisan breads ideal for festive gatherings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Eggs
01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1 tsp white vinegar (for boiling)
→ Breads & Crackers
03 - 1 small baguette, sliced
04 - 6 slices rustic sourdough bread
05 - 12 assorted crackers
→ Cheeses
06 - 4 oz soft goat cheese
07 - 4 oz sharp cheddar, cubed
08 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
09 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
10 - 1 cup grapes, separated into small clusters
11 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
12 - 1/2 cup blueberries
→ Vegetables
13 - 1 cup baby carrots
14 - 1 cup cucumber rounds
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
16 - 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
→ Spreads & Dips
17 - 1/2 cup hummus
18 - 1/4 cup honey
19 - 1/4 cup fruit preserves (apricot or raspberry)
20 - 1/4 cup herbed cream cheese
→ Garnishes
21 - Fresh dill sprigs
22 - Fresh parsley
23 - Edible flowers (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Bring a saucepan of water with vinegar to a boil. Gently add eggs, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel. Optionally, dye eggs with natural food coloring for decoration.
02 - Slice the baguette and arrange it alongside rustic sourdough slices and assorted crackers around the perimeter of a large serving board or platter.
03 - Place small bowls filled with hummus, honey, fruit preserves, and herbed cream cheese evenly around the board.
04 - Cube the cheddar and slice the brie. Arrange all cheeses in distinct sections on the board for easy selection.
05 - Distribute the peeled eggs, halved or whole, attractively across the board.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with grouped fresh fruits and vegetables, emphasizing color contrast and visual appeal.
07 - Decorate with fresh dill, parsley, and edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately allowing guests to sample various combinations.
