Indulge in the ultimate comfort food and prepare to be amazed by the symphony of flavors in this Baked Brie en Croute. This delectable dish features a velvety brie cheese center, wrapped in a flaky and golden brown puff pastry crust. As you slice into the crispy exterior, the rich and creamy brie oozes out, creating a heavenly experience for your taste buds. Accompanying this delightful main course are three exquisite recipes: a mouthwatering Cranberry Chutney that adds a vibrant sweetness, a tangy and herbaceous Arugula Salad with a refreshing lemon vinaigrette, and a savory Roasted Vegetable Medley that brings a colorful array of roasted vegetables to the table. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BRIE & MUSHROOMS EN CROUTE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Put the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the onion, minced rosemary, thyme and garlic and stir to combine. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with a good pinch of salt and pepper, then stir. Deglaze the pan with the wine and continue to cook until the wine has reduced, about 1 minute. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, make an egg wash by beating the egg with 1 tablespoon of cold water.
- Lay out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and pile the mushrooms in the middle. Place the wheel of Brie in the center. Fold up the sides of the puff pastry to enclose the mushrooms and Brie, folding in the edges to seal. Place the wrapped Brie on the prepared sheet pan seam-side down and brush with the egg wash.
- Bake until golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then top with rosemary sprigs and dried cranberries to resemble an evergreen bush with berries.
BRIE EN CROUTE
This pastry-wrapped cheese takes only minutes to make. Brie is topped with walnuts, cinnamon & brown sugar & then wrapped in pastry before baking. Serve with crackers.
Provided by Paula Deen
Categories baking cheesy entertaining
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 °F.
- Defrost 1 sheet of puff pastry for approximately 15 to 20 minutes and unfold (place remaining sheet in freezer for later use). Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté walnuts in butter until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes. Add the cinnamon and stir until walnuts are well coated. Place walnuts on top of Brie and sprinkle brown sugar on top of nuts.
- Lay the puff pastry out on a flat surface. Place the brie in the center of the pastry. Gather up the edges of the brie, pressing around the brie and gather at the top. Gently squeeze together the excess dough and tie together with a piece of kitchen twine. Brush the beaten egg over top and side of Brie. Place Brie on a cookie sheet and bake for 20 minutes until pastry is golden brown.
HOLIDAY BRIE EN CROUTE
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork.
- Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Roll the pastry sheet into a 14-inch square. Spread the preserves on the pastry to within 2 inches of the edge. Sprinkle with the cranberries and almonds. Place the cheese in the center of the pastry. Fold the pastry up over the cheese to cover. Trim the excess pastry and press to seal. Brush the seam with the egg mixture. Place seam-side down onto a baking sheet. Decorate with the pastry scraps, if desired. Brush with the egg mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Let stand for 45 minutes. Serve with the crackers.
BAKED BRIE EN CROUTE
This MY tweaked version of a recipe by Paula Deen (She rocks my world!) AND, this is quite similar to the appetizer at THE CAV that we fell head over heels in LOVE with! I am often torn with brie between "rind" or NO RIND". Speaking from experience, this appetizer needs the rind, or it will simply be volcanic OOZE all over you baking sheet! So, I slice off just the TOP rind in order for the preserves and yummy toasted nuts to blend into the cheese. Also, please feel free to use ANY flavor of fruit preserve that suits your tastes. I listed apricot and strawberry because that's what I have used in the past! : >
Provided by Kozmic Blues
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Defrost puff pastry for approximately 15 to 20 minutes and unfold.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Saute the walnuts in the butter until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add the cinnamon and stir until walnuts are coated well.
- Carefully slice the top rind ONLY off of the brie round.
- Spread your choice of fruit preserves over the top of the brie.
- Then place the walnut mixture on top of the Brie ad fruit and sprinkle the brown sugar over the top.
- Lay the puff pastry out on a flat surface.
- Place the brie in the center of the pastry.
- Gather up the edges of the brie, pressing around the brie and gather at the top.
- Gently squeeze together the excess dough and tie together with a piece of kitchen twine.
- Brush the beaten egg over top and side of Brie.
- Place Brie on a cookie sheet and bake for 20 minutes until pastry is golden brown.
- Serve with crackers.
BAKED BRIE
This baked brie is a delicious addition to any party hors d'oeuvres.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine pecans and sugar, using your fingertips to thoroughly mix; set aside. Line a baking sheet with a Silpat (French nonstick baking mat) or parchment paper; set aside.
- Lightly dust work surface with flour. Place 2 sheets (one box) of puff pastry on the work surface one on top of the other. Using a rolling pin, adhere the 2 pieces of the puff pastry together. Continue rolling puff pastry until it is very thin, slightly less than 1/8 inch thick. Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the puff pastry into a 13-inch round, reserving scraps for decorating.
- Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry. Top the brie with pecan mixture, spreading to within 1/2 inch of the edge of the cheese. Be sure to remove any sugar or nuts from the puff pastry, as they may cause holes to form during baking. Fold puff pastry up and over brie to enclose. The center of the brie will not be completely covered with pastry. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly dust work surface with flour. Repeat rolling and cutting process with remaining 2 sheets of puff pastry. Drape pastry over the brie, tucking the edges under to enclose.
- In a small bowl, combine egg yolk and cream to make an egg wash. Cut reserved scraps of puff pastry into decorative shapes. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the decorative shapes with the egg wash, and adhere to wrapped brie. Brush the wrapped brie evenly with the egg wash. Transfer to refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake brie until golden brown and puffed, about 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and bake until dark golden brown, 25 to 35 minutes more.
Tips:
- Choose ripe brie. A ripe brie will have a soft, creamy texture and a slightly pungent aroma. Avoid brie that is too hard or has a strong ammonia smell.
- Use a good quality puff pastry. Puff pastry that is made with butter will have a richer flavor and flakier texture than puff pastry made with margarine or shortening.
- Don't overfill the pastry. The brie should be completely wrapped in the pastry, but there should not be too much pastry, or it will be difficult to cook through.
- Brush the pastry with egg wash before baking. This will help the pastry to brown and become crispy.
- Bake the brie en croute until the pastry is golden brown and the brie is melted and bubbly. The exact baking time will vary depending on the size of the brie and the oven temperature.
Conclusion:
Baked brie en croute is a delicious and elegant appetizer or main course. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can create a perfect baked brie en croute that will impress your guests.
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