Brie With Roasted Garlicappetizers, cheese 2 whole garlic bulbs 1/4 cup olive oil 2 lb brie -- wheel 1 (four 4-1/2 oz tiny wheels) 1 chill well 1/2 cup olives (greek, or ripe) -- 1 pitted and quartered 4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh 1 parsley 1 apple -- wedges 1 baguette slices ~Place whole heads of garlic in a heavy saucepan with olive or cooking oil. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low for 15 minutes or till garlic is soft. Remove heads of garlic from oil; drain on paper towels; cool. ~ To assemble Brie, carefully slice the thin rind off one of the flat sides of the Brie wheel(s). Place on a baking sheet, cut side up. Divide heads of garlic into cloves and peel. With a small, sharp knife, slice cloves diagonally, being careful not to completely sever each slice. Gently press garlic cloves into fans. Arrange garlic fans and olives atop Brie wheel(s)*. ~ Bake uncovered, in a 400F oven for 10 to 12 minutes or till Brie is warm and slightly softened. Sprinkle warm Brie with parsley. Carefully transfer to a plate and serve with apple wedges or bread. Makes 16 servings. * To make ahead: At this point, you can wrap the Brie whell(s) in plastic wrap and chill for up to 3 days. Before serving, heat through as directed. Recipe By : BHG Oct 1991 / Wine Country Recipes |
