I needed to make something quick for a wine and cheese party, and had a bounty of berries on hand. My creation went great with all the wines and looked so much more impressive than the other plain cheeses!
TIME & SERVINGS
YIELDS: 10 SERVINGS (ABOUT3-1/2 QUARTS)
PREP TIME: 15 MIN+STANDING BAKE10 MIN
PREP TIME: 15 MIN+STANDING BAKE10 MIN
INGREDIENT
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, thawed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, halved horizontally
Bagel and/or baked pita chips
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, thawed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, halved horizontally
Bagel and/or baked pita chips
INSTRUCTIONS(STEPS)
- In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water until sugar is dissolved. Add berries. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; let stand for 10 minutes.
- Place bottom half of cheese in a small ungreased cast-iron or ovenproof skillet; pour 1/2 cup berry mixture over cheese. Top with remaining cheese and berry mixture.
- Bake, uncovered, at 400° until cheese is softened, 8-10 minutes. Serve with chips.