Harvest Scythe Bread Fruit (Printable)

An elegant spread of breads, grains, and seasonal fruits arranged beautifully for any occasion.

# 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 almonds or walnuts, for crunch

# Steps:

01 - On a large wooden board or platter, arrange the sliced breads and crackers in a sweeping, curved line resembling the blade of a scythe.
02 - Distribute the cooked grains along the inner curve in a thin, even layer to simulate a field of grain.
03 - Arrange the sliced and whole fruits alongside and between the breads, blending colors and textures harmoniously.
04 - Place the brie and cheddar cheese in small rustic clusters near the breads for convenient pairing, if using.
05 - Set small bowls of honey or fig jam along the edge for drizzling or dipping.
06 - Sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the arrangement and scatter roasted nuts for added texture and aroma.
07 - Present immediately to maintain optimal freshness of fruits and breads.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking means you can throw this together while your guests are arriving, even if you've been busy all day.
  • It's naturally stunning without trying—the sweeping arrangement does the heavy lifting for you.
  • Everyone finds something they love, whether they're into crusty bread, sweet fruit, or sneaking extra cheese when no one's looking.
02 -
  • Slice your apples and pears just before serving or they'll brown—this takes five minutes and makes a huge difference in how this looks.
  • If you're serving this more than 30 minutes before people eat, cover it loosely with plastic wrap and keep it cool; fruits will weep, and breads will soften if left exposed too long.
03 -
  • Toast your nuts lightly before scattering them—the warmth brings out their oils and aroma, and people will actually notice.
  • If you're nervous about browning on apples and pears, toss them in a tiny squeeze of lemon juice just before arranging; it's invisible but effective.
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