Garden Gate Cheese Lattice

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced

02 - 3.5 oz Swiss cheese, thinly sliced

03 - 3.5 oz Gouda cheese, thinly sliced

→ Crackers

04 - 5.3 oz rectangular whole-grain crackers, cut into 0.4 inch wide strips

05 - 3.5 oz sesame crackers, cut into strips

→ Garnishes (optional)

06 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

07 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds

08 - 1 tbsp honey for drizzling

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Place a clean rectangular serving board or platter on the work area.

02 - Lay cheese slices and cracker strips in alternating horizontal rows, leaving slight gaps between each piece.

03 - Starting at one end, carefully weave vertical rows of cheese slices and cracker strips over and under the horizontal rows, alternating types for contrast.

04 - Neatly trim any excess pieces along the edges to create a clean finish.

05 - Sprinkle chopped chives and poppy seeds evenly over the lattice; drizzle with honey if desired.

06 - Present immediately and invite guests to break off portions from the lattice.

# Expert Advice:

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It looks like you spent hours preparing when it truly takes just twenty minutes—the perfect secret weapon for entertaining
Every bite offers a delightful contrast of creamy cheese, crispy cracker, and fresh herb notes that keep guests reaching for more
It's completely vegetarian and can be customized endlessly based on what cheeses and crackers you love

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Slice your cheeses right before assembly—they'll be more pliable and less likely to crack or break during the weaving process
If a cheese slice tears, don't stress; simply overlap it slightly with the next piece or fold it over itself for a thicker, more rustic section
The longer this sits at room temperature, the better everything tastes—cheeses warm to their optimal flavor point and crackers stay crisp for at least an hour

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