BAKED BRIE WITH GRAPES
Brie baked in puff pastry (Brie en croute) is a cocktail party classic. The cheese comes out warm, easily spreadable and delicious. To make this appetizer even more festive, stuff it with fresh grapes - in season from California through January. The result is simply luscious, not overly sweet, the grapes still juicy, savoury with fresh herbs and colourful to boot. If you can, substitute French brie with a brie-like cheese from a local producer. Either way, the dish is easy to prepare and the results dependable and gratifying.
Provided by Mary Jenny
Categories Grapes
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice Brie wheel in half horizontally. Press grapes onto cut side of lower half of cheese. Sprinkle grapes with herbs. Press top of Brie onto grapes, sandwiching them in between the two halves. Set aside.
- On lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a 16x10 rectangle. Cut a 6 round and an 8 round from puff pastry. Brush smaller round of puff pastry with egg. Set brie/grape sandwich onto pastry. Brush larger round of pastry with egg and place egg side down over Brie. Press out any excess air and crimp edges to seal. You can decorate top with puff pastry scraps if desired. Brush outside of the pastry with beaten egg. Place on cookie sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Tent loosely with foil and return to oven for 10-15 more minutes. Brie should be golden brown and puffy looking.
- Remove from oven and let cool for one hour before cutting into Brie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 114.3, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 4.2
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Ivan Kolf
ivan_kolf@yahoo.comThis is my go-to appetizer recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Gloria Daniel
daniel_g@hotmail.frI've never made baked brie before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfectly!
Edom Theodros
edom@hotmail.frThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. I always have the ingredients on hand.
Biira Anitah
a-b88@yahoo.comI made this for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of the brie, grapes, and honey.
Sunday Omoregbe
o.sunday50@yahoo.comThis was a delicious and elegant appetizer. I served it at a dinner party and everyone raved about it.
Official Zedhky
zedhky49@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of brie, but I loved this recipe. The grapes and honey really balanced out the flavor of the cheese.
John Boehm
johnb52@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Yaw Sefah
y_s@gmail.comI thought this recipe was just okay. The brie was a bit bland and the grapes were too tart.
Isaac Kuffour
i@gmail.comThe brie was a bit too runny for my taste, but the flavor was still great.
Nazia Asif
nazia_a@hotmail.comI was looking for an easy and impressive appetizer to serve at a party. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. It was super easy to make and everyone loved it!
Andile Maluleke
m_a1@gmail.comThis is the most amazing appetizer! I will definitely be making it again.
Sheikh Zaheen
sheikh_z@yahoo.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. The brie is gooey and melted, and the grapes add a nice sweetness.
Wezzee Uchiha
wezzee_u@hotmail.comThis was a huge hit at my holiday party! I served it with crackers and slices of baguette. Everyone loved it.