Sunday, August 12, 2012

Appetizer Spotlight: Fig Baked Brie


Last time I was at home my Mom was raving to me about this delicious and super simple baked Brie she had at a friend’s house.  Needless to say, I was determined to give it a try.  The great thing about this appetizer is how easy it is to prepare and serve.  The sweetness of the fig nicely complements the saltiness of the cheese (my mouth is already watering.)  If you plan on bringing it as an appetizer beware, it disappears quickly!
Baked Brie with Fig Jam
1 Brie cheese round
1-2 tbsp Fig Jam
1 can Pillsbury crescent roll dough

Step 1: Carefully slice the Brie round exposing the soft cheese center.  You should now have two rounds.
Step 2: Generously spread fig jam onto Brie rounds then put rounds back together. 
Step 3: Unroll Pillsbury crescent roll dough and tear dough in half along the serrated line.  You should have two dough squares.
Step 4: Place Brie cheese round on dough, placing the second piece of dough on top.  Gently fold corners so that the dough covers the entire Brie.
Step 5: Place Brie on a cookie sheet and into your preheated 350-degree oven.  Bake until dough is golden brown and flaky.
***Serve with your favorite crackers for a spreadable and tantalizing appetizer.
How do you like serving Brie cheese?