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Melted Brie with Winter Fruit

Source of Recipe


From "Las Vegas Glitter to Gourmet"






List of Ingredients



• 3/4 cup chopped pitted dates
  
• 1 small apple, peeled, cored, chopped
  
• 1 small firm pear, peeled, cored, chopped
  
• 1/2 cup currants or raisins
  
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  
• 1/3 cup rose wine or apple juice
  
• 1 (16-ounce) wheel of Brie cheese, well chilled
  
• Thin baguette slices
  






Instructions



1. Combine the dates, apple, pear, currants, pecans and wine in a small bowl and mix well. Let stand for 2 hours.
   
   
2. Place the Brie on a cutting surface. Slice into halves horizontally. Place the bottom half, cut-side up, in a shallow, round baking dish. Spread with 2-1/2 cups of the fruit mixture. Spoon the remaining fruit onto the center of the Brie.
   
   
3. Bake at 350º F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese melts at the edges and the center is warm. Place on a hot plate to keep warm. Spread on baguette slices.
   
   Makes 16 servings.
   
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   NOTE: This spread can be made up to 2 days ahead before baking. Cover and chill.