October 2025
The Art of Gathering
Thank you for being here and for joining us on this culinary adventure. We’re thrilled to welcome you to the very first Priest Ranch Provisions box! At Priest Ranch, we believe that food, wine, and the moments we create around the table are at the heart of living well. This month’s theme, The Art of Gathering, is an invitation to slow down, share generously, and savor flavors that bring people together. With Chef Dan Solomon’s recipes, Cody Hurd’s pairings, and thoughtfully curated provisions, we’re so grateful to share this journey of living deliciously with you.
the star of any cheeseboard
Baked Brie
Baked brie is basically the showstopper of any fall cheeseboard. Warm, gooey, and oh-so-shareable, it’s the kind of dish that makes everyone lean in for “just one more bite.” Pair it with apple butter, crunchy nuts, and rustic crackers, and suddenly your board feels less like a snack and more like an occasion. Simple to make, impossible to resist — baked brie is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for cozy gatherings.
In this month’s Provisions Box, Chef Dan tops the brie wheel with his savory apple butter recipe before encasing it in puff pastry.
A Sweet Fall Twist You Can’t Skip
Chef Dan's Apple Butter
Apple butter is fall in a jar — sweet, spiced, and velvety smooth. It’s the perfect companion to creamy brie, adding a layer of warmth and richness that feels instantly seasonal. Spread it alongside crackers and nuts, or bake it right into your brie for a showstopping centerpiece that ties the whole board together. Cozy, comforting, and just a little indulgent, apple butter makes your cheeseboard feel complete.
Turn Up the Heat on Your Cheeseboard
KPR Spiced Nuts
Crunchy, craveable, and just the right amount of fiery — our KPR Spiced Nuts made with Nashville Hot Rub bring a bold kick to your fall spread. The spice adds contrast to the creaminess of cheeses, bacon jam, or brie, creating a flavor balance that keeps guests reaching for more. Pair these zesty bites with a glass of Priest Ranch Grenache Blanc or a refreshing lime spritzer to cool things down and round out the experience.
Now we’ve got the recipes down, let’s create a cheeseboard that is about more than food — it’s about setting a mood. With the October Box, you have everything you need to craft a spread that feels effortless yet memorable. Start by placing your baked brie at the center, then build outward: layer Rustic Bakery crackers, nestle in cheese-stuffed peppers, swirl apple butter into a small dish, and drizzle honeycomb over the bacon jam for indulgence. Fill in the gaps with Nashville Hot Spiced Nuts and slices of seasonal fruit.
Step 1: Set the Stage
Put on the Fall Gathering Playlist — Fleetwood Mac, The Lumineers, a little Norah Jones — and let the warm, soulful music guide the pace as you prep. Light a candle or two for that cozy, harvest-season glow.
Step 2: Anchor with Cheese & Brie
Bake your brie using Chef Dan’s recipe. Drizzle with Eat This Yum! Bacon Jam and a touch of Pure Southern Honey for a sweet-savory balance. Slice your favorite cheeses (we love Point Reyes Cheese Company) and place them on the board with the KPR Cheese Knives at the ready.
Step 3: Add Crunch & Heat
Arrange Rustic Bakery Olive Oil & Sel Gris Crackers as the foundation.
Scatter a small bowl of KPR Nashville Hot Spiced Nuts (recipe inside!) for that addictive crunch and kick.
Step 4: Brighten & Balance
Add the Tipsy Tapas Cheese-Stuffed Peppers for a burst of color and tang.
Spoon a little Savory Apple Butter into a ramekin to spread with cheeses and crackers.
Step 5: The Final Touches
Fill gaps with fresh apple slices, figs, seasonal herbs, or even a few rosemary sprigs. Step back, pour a drink, and let the board invite everyone in.
It's All In The Details
Don't Forget the Drinks
No gathering is complete without the right sip to complement your spread. For a festive non-alcoholic option, try sparkling apple cider with a cinnamon stick for a touch of seasonal spice, or a rosemary and lemon spritz with soda water for a bright, herbal lift. Wine lovers will enjoy the crisp aromatics of Priest Ranch Grenache Blanc, a perfect match for apple butter and honey, or the creamy yet refreshing Highflyer Chardonnay, ideal alongside baked brie or savory bacon jam.
shopping list included
Your Shortcut to a Delicious Gathering
To make your fall gathering even easier, we’ve pulled together this master grocery list with everything you need for the baked brie, spiced nuts, apple butter, and spritz. By organizing all the ingredients in one place, you’ll be able to breeze through the aisles of your local grocery store and spend less time shopping—and more time enjoying the cozy, festive moments at home with friends and family.
Use the button below to download this organized list for ease!
Entertaining Tip
Fall Gathering Playlist
Set the cheeseboard out 15–20 minutes before guests arrive — the perfect cue for people to gather, nibble, and settle into the evening. Turn up the Fall Gathering playlist (QR-coded on the back page), pour a glass (or spritz), and enjoy the art of slowing down with good food and great company.
Chef Recommendation
Local Cheese We Love
We love highlighting cheeses from our neighbors at Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. Try pairing our provisions with their Toma, Bay Blue, or Original Blue to make your board shine. And as a subscriber, our friends at Point Reyes have extended you 15% off your order at pointreyescheese.com with code PRIESTRANCHSUBSCRIPTION (one use per customer, cannot be combined with other offers). Don’t miss this opportunity to make your board more special.
Thank you again for joining us on this culinary adventure—we’re so glad to have you at the table with us. Each season, our goal is to bring fresh flavors, creative pairings, and moments of inspiration right to your doorstep. We’d love to hear your feedback so we can continue crafting experiences that surprise, delight, and make gathering around the table even more memorable.
As you bring these fall flavors to life in your own kitchen, we’d love to see how you enjoy them! Share your creations and gatherings with us on social by tagging #PriestRanchProvisions and #LiveLifeDeliciously. Here’s to savoring the season, one bite (and one moment) at a time.
Cheers from Chef Dan, Winemaker Cody, and all of us at Priest Ranch
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