Chambord and Brie

Misc. Sources

    1 wheel of brie cheese                                         
    1/4 cup dried apricots                                         
    1/4 cup Granny Smith apples peel, chop                         
    2 tablespoons pecans pieces                                    
    1/2 teaspoon lemon zest                                        
    1/2 cup orange juice                                           
    1/2 cup chambord                                               
    2 tablespoons sugar                                            

Add all ingredients, except brie, to saucepan. Simmer and stir occasionally over medium heat until mixture is thickened and fruit is tender. Cool.

Slice brie through center, making two round disks. Spread cooled filling between layers. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes. Remove and let set for 5 minutes.

Presentation: Drizzle with Chambord and serve with good quality crackers or crostini.

MY NOTE: Holy crap is this tasty! Any mix of fresh fruit, dried fruit and nuts will work. Easy to sub OJ for any other juice on hand.

MXF