Harvest Scythe Bread Fruit (Printable)

Elegant platter showcasing breads, grains, and fresh fruits with optional cheeses and garnishes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Breads & Grains

01 - 1 small baguette, sliced
02 - 1 cup multi-grain crackers
03 - 1 cup seeded rye bread, thinly sliced
04 - ½ cup cooked and cooled farro or barley

→ Fruits

05 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
06 - 1 cup sliced pears
07 - 1 cup sliced apples
08 - ½ cup dried apricots
09 - ½ cup fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season)

→ Cheese & Accents

10 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, sliced
11 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
12 - ¼ cup honey or fig jam

→ Garnishes

13 - Fresh mint leaves
14 - Roasted nuts (almonds or walnuts) for crunch

# How to Prepare:

01 - On a large wooden board or platter, lay out the sliced breads and crackers in a sweeping curved line to evoke the blade of a scythe.
02 - Spread the cooked grains evenly along the inner curve, creating a thin, field-like layer.
03 - Fan the slices of pears, apples, grapes, figs, and dried apricots alongside and between the breads, blending colors and textures naturally.
04 - Arrange brie and cheddar in rustic clusters near the breads for easy pairing, if using.
05 - Position small bowls of honey or fig jam along the edge for dipping or drizzling.
06 - Scatter fresh mint leaves and roasted nuts over the top for added aroma and texture.
07 - Serve immediately to maintain the freshness of the fruits and breads.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It requires zero cooking, so you can make it while chatting with guests already gathered in your kitchen.
  • The visual drama of a well-arranged platter gets people excited before they even taste anything.
  • It's endlessly adaptable to whatever fruits and breads you happen to have on hand.
  • One board becomes a full spread—feeds a crowd without fussing over individual plates.
02 -
  • Slice your soft fruits just before assembly; apples and pears turn brown within minutes, and your platter will look sad and neglected before anyone even reaches for a piece.
  • Let all ingredients reach room temperature if they've been refrigerated—cold cheese tears when sliced, cold grapes taste muted, and cold bread feels dense instead of inviting.
  • Taste one grape, one slice of apple, one piece of cheese before you arrange them; your palate will guide how to balance flavors and which combinations will surprise people.
03 -
  • Make the platter slightly larger than you think you need—crowded boards feel anxious, while spacious ones feel generous and inviting.
  • If you're serving this for a party, assemble it on your board about thirty minutes before guests arrive so it has time to "settle" into something that looks intentional rather than freshly fussed-over.
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