honored plant-breeding methods . Plus , the apples ’ bright white flesh is naturally slow to brown when sliced , so they stay fresher longer .
For more information , including recipes and entertaining tips , visit EnvyApple . com .
Creating the Ultimate Charcuterie Board
Stick to the basics this holiday season to create a perfect charcuterie board :
• The board : Select a board big enough for your gathering but not too big as you want there to be overlap and crowding .
• The cheeses : Select three different cheeses that complement the other items . Brie is a solid soft cheese choice while blue fills the need for a stronger , more pungent cheese . Try an aged cheddar or smoky gouda to round out the trio .
• The meats : Something salty with a little fat , like prosciutto or speck , provides a flavorful addition to the board .
• The produce : Choose fruits that not only taste great , but are also beautiful to display such as Envy apple slices , which stay whiter longer , making them ideal for any entertaining occasion . Plus their balanced sweetness pairs well with any item on the board .
• The crackers : Variety is key with crackers , and like the cheeses , three types is typically the magic formula . Think water crackers , multi-grain wafers and breadsticks .
• The snacks : Sweet and salty are king when it comes to snacks , so a mix of chocolate and nuts works for many charcuterie boards .
Home for the Holidays
Traveling to visit friends and loved ones will likely be limited this year , so make this holiday season a time for cherishing traditions in new , different ways . Consider these ways to make apples part of the celebration :
• * Break out the webcam and challenge your siblings to a cross-country apple pie bake off .
• * Give a relish tray an upgrade with a sophisticated charcuterie board stacked with creamy gorgonzola cheese , salty caramel sauce , crunchy mixed nuts and crisp apple slices . Entertaining tip : Envy apples are a perfect addition to any holiday spread as their white flesh stays naturally whiter longer and resists the browning that sometimes shows with other apples .
• * Get transported from the comfort of your couch by watching one of Hallmark Channel ’ s all-new original holiday movies , munching on apples as your movie-time snack .
• * Share the scents of the holidays with neighbors by crafting pomanders , which are fresh apples studded with whole cloves .
• * Fill decorative bowls with festive Envy apples , enclose in cellophane and gift them to friends and family member .
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