Blue Ridge Mountains Cheese Platter (Printable version)

A scenic display of blue-veined cheeses on crackers, enhanced with honey, nuts, and fresh fruit accents.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 chopped walnuts
08 - 1 small bunch fresh grapes or sliced figs
09 - Fresh rosemary sprigs, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Slice each blue cheese into rough, irregular wedges or blocks to resemble jagged mountain peaks.
02 - Lay crackers in a single layer on a large serving platter or board to create a 'sky' background.
03 - Place cheeses along one edge of the crackers, staggering heights and angles to mimic a natural horizon.
04 - Drizzle honey lightly over the cheeses and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
05 - Scatter grapes or fig slices around the platter to add color and freshness.
06 - Optionally garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks stunning on the table, and people always assume it's harder to make than it actually is.
  • The combination of creamy, sharp blue cheeses with crispy crackers and sweet honey feels luxurious but comes together in minutes.
  • You get to play with your food in the best way—turning an appetizer into a conversation piece.
02 -
  • Don't slice the cheeses too thin or too perfectly—the irregular, chunky wedges are what give this platter its visual charm and authentic mountain feel.
  • Remove the cheeses from the fridge about 10 minutes before serving so they soften slightly and taste their best; cold cheese tastes flat and muted.
  • The honey needs to be at room temperature so it drizzles smoothly without solidifying on contact with the cold cheese.
03 -
  • Invest in a proper cheese knife with a forked tip; it holds soft cheese better than a regular knife and prevents smashing those beautiful wedges.
  • If you're preparing this ahead, assemble everything except the honey and herbs, then add those finishing touches just before guests arrive so they stay fresh and glossy.
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