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When there's a chill in the air, it means the season is upon us for warm gatherings with friends and family. With hectic schedules, we're all looking for stress-free recipes.
This Baked Brie with Raisins is a simple appetizer and makes an elegant statement. The sweetness of raisins adds a wonderful depth of flavor to savory Baked Brie dishes.
California Raisins, port wine and rich pecans make a decadent filling for this baked brie cheese recipe wrapped in a warm, flaky puff pastry. Simply plate the Brie with an assortment of crackers, a sliced baguette and apple or pear slices for an impressive appetizer.
Baked Brie with California Raisins
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: Makes 20 servings
Baked Brie with California Raisins Ingredients
1 wheel of Brie cheese (about two pounds), chilled
1/4 cup California Raisins
1/4 cup port wine
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons toasted pecans
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Baked Brie with California Raisins Recipe Instructions
Bring port wine and raisins to boil in a saucepan, then remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, beat egg yolk with water for egg wash, and set aside.
Divide Brie into two layers and separate.
Coarsely chop raisins, mix with toasted pecans and spread evenly on bottom layer of Brie. Cover with top half of Brie.
Roll out puff pastry on lightly floured surface until large enough to cover Brie completely.
Place filled Brie in center of dough and wrap Brie, sealing overlapping edges with egg wash.
Arrange on greased baking sheet, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush top and sides with egg wash, and bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Let stand a few minutes, and serve with baguette slices or toasted croutons.
Baked Brie with Raisins Appetizer Party Recipe
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