Baked Brie

The last time I went to Freyas house for a gathering, I was introduced to a wonderful appetizer, baked brie. Apparently this is a common dish that I had never had the privilege of eating before. Not only is it a wonderful gooey, cheesy dish but it is so simple to make.

Picture by Freya's Keeper

Bake Brie:

Brie cheese wheel* (I was informed that typically brie comes in a wedge and that is ok to use too!)

Fruit preserves, any flavor will do I like raspberry

Egg

Pastry sheet, I like to make homemade but you can use store bought too

• Set oven to 425 degrees.
• Place pastry sheet in center of cookie sheet.
• Spoon 1/3 to 1/2 cup of fruit preserves on to the center of the pastry sheet.
• Put brie on top of the preserves and press down gently to spread out the preserves.
• Seal the pastry, do not leave brie exposed. It is ok if some of the pastry overlaps.
• Beat the egg in a bowl and brush over pastry or use a fork to to spread the mixture.
• Cook 10 minutes, brie should be golden if not leave in for 5 more minutes.
• Let cool for 20 minutes before serving.

You can serve brie with crackers, bread, or if you are in the privacy of your home with just your dogs for company just dig in!

*Brie comes with a white rind. With baked brie it is best to keep the rind on, it is edible and complements the cheese.