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== Ingredients == | == Ingredients == | ||
| − | === Ingredients for Simple Baked Brie<ref>Will Cook for Friends, [http://www.willcookforfriends.com/2014/01/baked-brie-with-rosemary-honey-candied-walnuts.html Baked Brie with Rosemary, Honey, & Candied Walnuts]</ref> === | + | === Ingredients for Simple Baked Brie<ref name="rf1">Will Cook for Friends, [http://www.willcookforfriends.com/2014/01/baked-brie-with-rosemary-honey-candied-walnuts.html Baked Brie with Rosemary, Honey, & Candied Walnuts]</ref> === |
* 8 ounce wheel of brie | * 8 ounce wheel of brie | ||
* 2 to 3 tablespoons of honey | * 2 to 3 tablespoons of honey | ||
* Nuts, dried cranberries, rosemary, or thyme (optional) | * Nuts, dried cranberries, rosemary, or thyme (optional) | ||
| − | === Ingredients for Brie en Croute<ref>Laura in the Kitchen, [http://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/brie-en-croute-/ Brie en Croute]</ref> === | + | === Ingredients for Brie en Croute<ref name="rf2">Laura in the Kitchen, [http://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/brie-en-croute-/ Brie en Croute]</ref> === |
* 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough, thawed | * 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough, thawed | ||
* 8 ounce wheel of brie | * 8 ounce wheel of brie | ||
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#Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Open your oven and make sure that the baking rack is in the middle. Close your oven, turn it on, and set the temperature to 350°F (177°C). It will take 5 to 10 minutes for your oven to reach the right temperature. | #Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Open your oven and make sure that the baking rack is in the middle. Close your oven, turn it on, and set the temperature to 350°F (177°C). It will take 5 to 10 minutes for your oven to reach the right temperature. | ||
#Prepare your baking sheet. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of a baking sheet. If you do not have a baking sheet, you can use an oven-safe glass or ceramic dish instead. Make sure that the dish is large enough to fit your brie. | #Prepare your baking sheet. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of a baking sheet. If you do not have a baking sheet, you can use an oven-safe glass or ceramic dish instead. Make sure that the dish is large enough to fit your brie. | ||
| − | #Choose a soft brie and unwrap it. Look for a younger cheese, or for something that says "double cream" on the label; avoid anything that says "triple cream," as it may end up too runny when baked.<ref | + | #Choose a soft brie and unwrap it. Look for a younger cheese, or for something that says "double cream" on the label; avoid anything that says "triple cream," as it may end up too runny when baked.<ref name="rf1" /> If your cheese came wrapped in paper or plastic, you will need to remove the wrapper and discard it. Leave the white rind on the cheese. |
#* Baked brie is usually eaten by cutting a bit off with a knife and spreading the softened cheese over a cracker. You can make a dip-able baked brie by cutting the top part of the rind off. Leave the sides and bottom of the rind intact; they will hold the cheese together while you bake it. | #* Baked brie is usually eaten by cutting a bit off with a knife and spreading the softened cheese over a cracker. You can make a dip-able baked brie by cutting the top part of the rind off. Leave the sides and bottom of the rind intact; they will hold the cheese together while you bake it. | ||
#Pour the honey over the cheese. You will need 2 to 3 tablespoons of honey. Make sure that it is the translucent, runny type. You can also cut the cheese in half, so that you end up with two thin circles. Spread your honey (and other ingredients if you wish) on top of the bottom circle. Then, place the top circle back down on it—just like making a sandwich. | #Pour the honey over the cheese. You will need 2 to 3 tablespoons of honey. Make sure that it is the translucent, runny type. You can also cut the cheese in half, so that you end up with two thin circles. Spread your honey (and other ingredients if you wish) on top of the bottom circle. Then, place the top circle back down on it—just like making a sandwich. | ||
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#* A few sprigs of fresh thyme and a handful of chopped walnuts. | #* A few sprigs of fresh thyme and a handful of chopped walnuts. | ||
#* A few sprigs of fresh rosemary and a handful of chopped walnuts. | #* A few sprigs of fresh rosemary and a handful of chopped walnuts. | ||
| − | #* Before you place the brie into the oven, add a few sprigs of thyme. After you take the brie out of the oven, top it with some quartered figs.<ref>Alaska from Scratch, [http://www.alaskafromscratch.com/2013/06/17/grilled-brie-with-figs-thyme-honey/ Grilled Brie with Figs, Thyme, and Honey]</ref> | + | #* Before you place the brie into the oven, add a few sprigs of thyme. After you take the brie out of the oven, top it with some quartered figs.<ref name="rf3">Alaska from Scratch, [http://www.alaskafromscratch.com/2013/06/17/grilled-brie-with-figs-thyme-honey/ Grilled Brie with Figs, Thyme, and Honey]</ref> |
| − | #* Substitute the honey for maple syrup instead, then add brown sugar, a handful of chopped pecans, and a handful of dried cranberries.<ref>Chef in Training, [http://www.chef-in-training.com/2011/06/cranberry-baked-brie/ Cranberry Baked Brie]</ref> | + | #* Substitute the honey for maple syrup instead, then add brown sugar, a handful of chopped pecans, and a handful of dried cranberries.<ref name="rf4">Chef in Training, [http://www.chef-in-training.com/2011/06/cranberry-baked-brie/ Cranberry Baked Brie]</ref> |
#Bake the brie. Set the cheese on the baking sheet and place it into the oven. Let the cheese bake for 10 to 12 minutes. You will know when the brie is done if the cheese is soft to touch. | #Bake the brie. Set the cheese on the baking sheet and place it into the oven. Let the cheese bake for 10 to 12 minutes. You will know when the brie is done if the cheese is soft to touch. | ||
#Let cool for about 5 minutes, then serve immediately. Baked brie tastes best when it is served warm. If you only used honey on your brie while baking it, you can add some toppings—they just won't be warm. Popular toppings include: fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, crumbled walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries, or fruit jams. You can serve the baked brie with crackers or bread. For more serving suggestions, refer to the section in this article on serving the brie. | #Let cool for about 5 minutes, then serve immediately. Baked brie tastes best when it is served warm. If you only used honey on your brie while baking it, you can add some toppings—they just won't be warm. Popular toppings include: fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, crumbled walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries, or fruit jams. You can serve the baked brie with crackers or bread. For more serving suggestions, refer to the section in this article on serving the brie. | ||
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#Prepare a baking sheet. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of a baking sheet. If you do not have a baking sheet, you can use an oven-safe dish made out of glass or ceramic instead—just make sure that it is large enough to fit the cheese. | #Prepare a baking sheet. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of a baking sheet. If you do not have a baking sheet, you can use an oven-safe dish made out of glass or ceramic instead—just make sure that it is large enough to fit the cheese. | ||
#Purchase a some brie and unwrap it. Choose a younger cheese, or look for something that says "double cream" on the label; stay away from anything that says "triple cream." If your cheese came wrapped in paper or plastic, remove the wrapper and discard it. Leave the white rind on the cheese. | #Purchase a some brie and unwrap it. Choose a younger cheese, or look for something that says "double cream" on the label; stay away from anything that says "triple cream." If your cheese came wrapped in paper or plastic, remove the wrapper and discard it. Leave the white rind on the cheese. | ||
| − | #Roll out the puff pastry. Spread some flour on surface you will be working on before setting down the puff pastry. Lightly dust the surface of the pastry, and roll the pastry out using a rolling pin. You want the pastry to be 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters)<ref>Food Network, [http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/brie-en-croute-2-recipe.html Brie en Croute #2]</ref> larger than it originally was. | + | #Roll out the puff pastry. Spread some flour on surface you will be working on before setting down the puff pastry. Lightly dust the surface of the pastry, and roll the pastry out using a rolling pin. You want the pastry to be 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters)<ref name="rf5">Food Network, [http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/brie-en-croute-2-recipe.html Brie en Croute #2]</ref> larger than it originally was. |
| − | #* If your puff pastry is frozen, you will need to thaw it first. This will take 15 to 20 minutes. Do not try to unfold frozen puff pastry, or you may break it.<ref>Food Network, [http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/brie-en-croute-recipe.html Brie en Croute]</ref> | + | #* If your puff pastry is frozen, you will need to thaw it first. This will take 15 to 20 minutes. Do not try to unfold frozen puff pastry, or you may break it.<ref name="rf6">Food Network, [http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/brie-en-croute-recipe.html Brie en Croute]</ref> |
#Place the brie in the middle of the puff pastry. The pastry will be much larger than the brie, so you will have to trim it down with a knife. Leave enough of the pastry so that you can fold it over the brie without stretching it. | #Place the brie in the middle of the puff pastry. The pastry will be much larger than the brie, so you will have to trim it down with a knife. Leave enough of the pastry so that you can fold it over the brie without stretching it. | ||
| − | #* Consider saving the scraps of left-over puff pastry. You can use mini-cookie cutters to cut shapes out of them, and place them on top of the brie, after you wrap it.<ref>Laura in the Kitchen, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AialpTL_GyM Brie en Croute Recipe]</ref> | + | #* Consider saving the scraps of left-over puff pastry. You can use mini-cookie cutters to cut shapes out of them, and place them on top of the brie, after you wrap it.<ref name="rf7">Laura in the Kitchen, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AialpTL_GyM Brie en Croute Recipe]</ref> |
| − | #Make and spread the filling on top of the brie. Once you have chosen what sort of filling you want, spread it over the top of the cheese. Do not spread the mixture over the entire surface; stop within ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of the edge. If you go too far, the mixture may seep out and tear the pastry.<ref>Martha Stewart, [http://www.marthastewart.com/341765/baked-brie Baked Brie]</ref> Here are some suggestions for the filling. | + | #Make and spread the filling on top of the brie. Once you have chosen what sort of filling you want, spread it over the top of the cheese. Do not spread the mixture over the entire surface; stop within ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of the edge. If you go too far, the mixture may seep out and tear the pastry.<ref name="rf8">Martha Stewart, [http://www.marthastewart.com/341765/baked-brie Baked Brie]</ref> Here are some suggestions for the filling. |
| − | #* To make a simple, sweet filling, you will need, raspberry jam or other fruit jam, brown sugar and ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) maple syrup.<ref>Simply Recipes, [http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/baked_brie/ Baked Brie]</ref> | + | #* To make a simple, sweet filling, you will need, raspberry jam or other fruit jam, brown sugar and ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) maple syrup.<ref name="rf9">Simply Recipes, [http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/baked_brie/ Baked Brie]</ref> |
| − | #* To make a sweet and savory brie, you will need 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, ¼ cup dried cranberries (30 grams), and 2 tablespoons honey.<ref | + | #* To make a sweet and savory brie, you will need 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, ¼ cup dried cranberries (30 grams), and 2 tablespoons honey.<ref name="rf2" /> |
| − | #* You can also stuff your brie instead. Slice the brie in half, creating two disks. Press some red, sliced, seedless grapes down onto the cheesy side of the bottom disk. Add 1 teaspoon of fresh, minced thyme, and ½ teaspoon of fresh, minced rosemary on top of the grapes. Put the top disk down onto the grapes and press down lightly, creating a sandwich. Place the brie down onto the pastry sheet.<ref>Grapes from California, [http://www.grapesfromcalifornia.com/recipes/recipe.php?id=57 Baked Brie with Herbed Grapes]</ref> | + | #* You can also stuff your brie instead. Slice the brie in half, creating two disks. Press some red, sliced, seedless grapes down onto the cheesy side of the bottom disk. Add 1 teaspoon of fresh, minced thyme, and ½ teaspoon of fresh, minced rosemary on top of the grapes. Put the top disk down onto the grapes and press down lightly, creating a sandwich. Place the brie down onto the pastry sheet.<ref name="rf10">Grapes from California, [http://www.grapesfromcalifornia.com/recipes/recipe.php?id=57 Baked Brie with Herbed Grapes]</ref> |
#* Slice the brie in half, and spread a fruit jam over one of the halves. Put the two halves back together and place them back onto the pastry sheet. | #* Slice the brie in half, and spread a fruit jam over one of the halves. Put the two halves back together and place them back onto the pastry sheet. | ||
#Brush the surface of the pastry with egg wash. In a cup, mix 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water using a fork. Then, apply a thin layer of egg wash to the surface of the pastry sheet with a brush. This will help "glue" the pastry when you fold it over the brie. Do not apply too much egg wash, or you will make the dough soggy. | #Brush the surface of the pastry with egg wash. In a cup, mix 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water using a fork. Then, apply a thin layer of egg wash to the surface of the pastry sheet with a brush. This will help "glue" the pastry when you fold it over the brie. Do not apply too much egg wash, or you will make the dough soggy. | ||
#Cover the brie with the pastry. Fold the edges of the pastry over the top of the brie. You can overlap them and make little pleats, or you can simply gather them together and twist them like a candy wrapper. If you twist the dough, tie it off with a piece of baker's twine. | #Cover the brie with the pastry. Fold the edges of the pastry over the top of the brie. You can overlap them and make little pleats, or you can simply gather them together and twist them like a candy wrapper. If you twist the dough, tie it off with a piece of baker's twine. | ||
#* If you accidentally cut too much of the pastry off and don't have enough pastry left to cover the brie, do not stretch it. Instead, use the scraps left over from cutting the pastry to patch up the hole. | #* If you accidentally cut too much of the pastry off and don't have enough pastry left to cover the brie, do not stretch it. Instead, use the scraps left over from cutting the pastry to patch up the hole. | ||
| − | #* To help the steam escape during baking, consider poking holes into the top of the pastry using a fork.<ref | + | #* To help the steam escape during baking, consider poking holes into the top of the pastry using a fork.<ref name="rf7" /> |
#Brush the top of the pastry bundle with egg wash. This will help give the pastry some shine. Use a brush and apply a thin layer over the top of the bundle. | #Brush the top of the pastry bundle with egg wash. This will help give the pastry some shine. Use a brush and apply a thin layer over the top of the bundle. | ||
#Consider decorating the pastry bundle. If you have any leftover pieces of pastry sheet, you can cut small shaped out of it using mini cookie cutters. You can use any shape you want, but leaves will look the most festive. Stick the shapes onto the pastry bundle and lightly brush them with some egg wash. | #Consider decorating the pastry bundle. If you have any leftover pieces of pastry sheet, you can cut small shaped out of it using mini cookie cutters. You can use any shape you want, but leaves will look the most festive. Stick the shapes onto the pastry bundle and lightly brush them with some egg wash. | ||
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=== Serving the Brie === | === Serving the Brie === | ||
| − | #Consider making simple baked brie without anything and adding cranberry sauce at the end. Bake your brie without any honey, toppings, or puff pastry for 10 minutes. Take the brie out and spread some chunky cranberry sauce on top. Bake it for 5 more minutes. Before serving the brie, garnish it with some orange zest and a handful of chopped walnuts.<ref>Simple Bites, [http://www.simplebites.net/a-last-minute-appetizer-baked-brie-with-cranberry-sauce-and-walnuts/ A Last Minute Appetizer: Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce and Walnuts]</ref> | + | #Consider making simple baked brie without anything and adding cranberry sauce at the end. Bake your brie without any honey, toppings, or puff pastry for 10 minutes. Take the brie out and spread some chunky cranberry sauce on top. Bake it for 5 more minutes. Before serving the brie, garnish it with some orange zest and a handful of chopped walnuts.<ref name="rf11">Simple Bites, [http://www.simplebites.net/a-last-minute-appetizer-baked-brie-with-cranberry-sauce-and-walnuts/ A Last Minute Appetizer: Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce and Walnuts]</ref> |
#* You can also substitute the walnuts with pistachios or chopped up pecans. | #* You can also substitute the walnuts with pistachios or chopped up pecans. | ||
#Add some savory or sweet toppings. You can drizzle your baked brie with honey or maple syrup, and add toppings such as chopped pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, or pistachios. You can even spread some fruit jam or cranberry on top of the brie. | #Add some savory or sweet toppings. You can drizzle your baked brie with honey or maple syrup, and add toppings such as chopped pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, or pistachios. You can even spread some fruit jam or cranberry on top of the brie. | ||
