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Brie with Hazelnut Pear Topping

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Brie with Hazelnut Pear Topping

This recipe makes 15 servings

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Nutritional Info

Per each of 15 servings: about -
cal 72
pro 3 g
total fat 6 g
sat. fat 3 g
carb 2 g
fibre 0
chol 15 mg
sodium 96 mg
% RDI: -
calcium 3
iron 1
vit A 3
folate 5

Try this perfect-match combination or one of the three easy, delectable variations below. The rind on Brie, which is formed from mould as the cheese ripens, is edible.

Ingredients

  • 1 round Brie cheese, (8 oz/250 g)
  • Topping
  • 1/2 very ripe pear, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
  • 1 tbsp packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp hazelnut liqueur

Preparation

Topping In bowl, combine pears, toasted hazelnuts, brown sugar and liqueur.

Cut off top rind of Brie, if desired. Place Brie on baking sheet; spread with topping. Bake in 350°F (180°F) oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is softened.

Additional information :

Substitution: If a pear is not available for Hazelnut Pear Topping, use 2 canned pear halves, patted dry and chopped.

Variations:
Brie With Sweet and Nutty Topping: Omit Hazelnut Pear Topping. Stir together 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped toasted pecans, 2 tbsp (25 mL) packed brown sugar, 2 tbsp (25 mL) dried cherries or raisins (optional) and 1 tbsp (15 mL) whisky; spread over Brie and bake.

Brie with Fruit Chutney Topping: Omit Hazelnut Pear Topping. Spread 1/3 cup (75 mL) fruit chutney over Brie and bake.

Brie with Strawberry Topping: Omit Hazelnut Pear Topping. Stir together 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped strawberries, 2 tbsp (25 mL) white wine or vermouth, and 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh mint (optional); spread over Brie and bake.

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