BRIE TORTE I
Makes about 20 appetizer servings.
1 (15- to 16-ounce) wheel Brie
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup chopped dried tart cherries
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme)
Refrigerate Brie until chilled and firm; or freeze 30 minutes, or until firm.
Cut Brie in half horizontally.
Combine butter, cherries, pecans and thyme in a small bowl; mix well.
Evenly spread mixture on cut-side of one piece of the Brie.
Top with the other piece, cut-side down.
Lightly press together. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
To serve, cut into serving size wedges and bring to room temperature.
Serve with crackers.
Note: If wrapped securely in plastic wrap, this appetizer will keep in the refrigerator for at least a week.
Recipe courtesy of the Cherry Marketing Institute
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