Cheese is a staple at almost any party. The platter of slices and cubes of cheddar and Swiss can be found on every appetizer table at just about every party you attend. Surprise your guests by going a step further in the gourmet direction by making baked Brie party appetizers.
Instructions
1. Buy a double or triple creme wheel of Brie at the grocery store. The cheese counters at most grocery stores are stocked with all kinds of cheeses, so you should have no problem finding a good wheel of Brie.
2. Use a glass baking dish that is a little larger in diameter than the wheel of Brie. Spray the dish with a nonstick cooking spray to keep the Brie from sticking to the pan during baking.
3. Slice the top off the wheel of Brie using a piece of thin fishing line. Place the line just under the top of the cheese facing you and pull the fishing line toward you.
4. Top the Brie with apricot or peach jam and slivered almonds.
5. Place the dish in a 325-degree F oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the Brie and jam start to bubble around the edges.
6. Serve the warm, bubbly, gooey cheese with slices of baguette or crackers.
Tags: wheel Brie, fishing line
