PESTO BRIE TORTA

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Elegant appetizer but easy because can do ahead. From The Hors D'Oeuvre Book by C. Castle. Note this needs to set up for several hours prior to service.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Spreads

Time 3h15m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup pesto sauce, room temperature
8 ounces brie round, chilled
garnish with basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese and pesto until well blended.
  • Using a sharp knife split brie wheel in half horizontally. Place one half cut side up on round serving plate. Spread with cream cheese mixture pressing down firmly. Top with second half cut side down. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least three hours.
  • To serve let torta come back to room temperature and garnish with basil leaves. Cut wedge to show layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 119.6, Carbohydrate 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 3.6

Brandon Porras
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I've made this torta several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for a party or a potluck.


Ahmad Hameed
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This torta is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the combination of pesto and brie.


Sushant Thapa
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I'm not a huge fan of brie, but I loved this torta. The pesto and sun-dried tomatoes really balance out the flavor of the cheese.


D RX
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This torta is the perfect appetizer for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Raj Talukder
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Mona Rana
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This torta is delicious! The pesto and brie go together perfectly.


Sayed Miah
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I've made this torta several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for a party or a potluck.


abulmiah miah
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This torta is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pesto and brie.


Machindra Chauhan
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I made this torta for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's the perfect finger food for a summer gathering.


Sheila Billheimer
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I'm not a huge fan of brie, but I loved this torta. The pesto and sun-dried tomatoes really balance out the flavor of the cheese.


Dhdhrrrhrurur Fjfhfhfhr
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This torta is perfect for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it travels well.


Hafeez Jessani
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of cheese and pesto and it's always delicious.


AJAL SADIK
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This is now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Gwen McCullers
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I made this torta for a potluck and it was a huge success! It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


aash pretty
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This pesto brie torta was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


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