This is adapted from a Thomas Keller recipe which uses Brie de Meaux and Tellicherry peppercorns. It is, for those of us mortals who have neither item at our fingertips, quite delicious with plain old good quality brie and freshly ground black pepper. Another recipe which looks long and complicated, but it is really pretty simple and can be done in bits, and then assembled at the last moment before serving.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the figs and wine in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and simmer, stirring constantly, until most of the Port has reduced, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and reserve.
- Remove the rind from the Brie; you should have about 8 ounces left.
- Put the cold cheese into a mixer with a paddle attachment and beat at medium speed, scraping down the sides from time to time, for about 10 minutes, until the cheese is very white and creamy; beat in the pepper; this can be refrigerated until you are ready to assemble the 'stack.'.
- Add 1 tablespoon oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat.
- Drizzle about one-eighth teaspoon of balsamic vinegar over each slice of baguette in a thin line, brush lightly with oil on both sides and cook each side until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
- Brown the bread in batches.
- Remove from the heat and reserve (the bread can be stored in a plastic bag or container until needed).
- For each serving put a slice of toasted bread ('crouton') on the plate, then angle a quenelle (an oval of cheese shaped with two spoons) of Brie over the crouton.
- Top with a second crouton and another quenelle of Brie, then another crouton. Place about a tablespoon of the fig compote and a sprinkle of sea salt next to the stack and serve immediately.
- Serve the six 'stacks' immediately.
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raquel lodewyk
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think I'll try it again with less sugar in the compote.
Virendra Nand
[email protected]I will definitely be making this again!
Amy Mariusz
[email protected]This is a must-try recipe! The flavors are amazing and the presentation is beautiful.
Nile Francis Aguchak
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of brie, but I loved this! The peppered fig compote really made the dish.
HASNAIN GAMING YT
[email protected]This was a great appetizer! The brie was creamy and flavorful, and the fig compote was the perfect accompaniment.
MUGHAL EMPIRE THAMEL
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The whipped brie is so smooth and creamy, and the peppered fig compote adds a nice touch of sweetness.
Ni ivan
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The whipped brie was so smooth and creamy, and the peppered fig compote was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Shanto Alam
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.
Tara May xx
[email protected]This appetizer was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The end result was stunning and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Rm Djsjsbs
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of figs, but I'm so glad I did! The peppered fig compote was surprisingly delicious and really elevated the dish. The whipped brie was also perfectly creamy and flavorful.
Queen Tootie
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The whipped brie is so easy to make and the peppered fig compote is the perfect accompaniment.
Karishma Oli
[email protected]I made this for a girls' night in and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The whipped brie was so smooth and creamy, and the peppered fig compote added a nice tartness and crunch.
zakiro Mama zamzam
[email protected]This whipped brie appetizer with peppered fig compote was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweet and tangy compote complementing the creamy brie beautifully. The presentation was also stunning, making it a real shows