Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel Appetizer
This Cheese Treat Combines Sweet and Savory Flavors
Nov 7, 2009
When it comes to entertaining, creating new appetizers on a budget is always a challenge. There is always a balance the needs to be struck for providing guests with a “wow” factor appetizer while at the same time taking it easy on the wallet.
Rather than trying to come up with several small appetizers to fit the guests fancy, concentrate on one main appetizer that can be the star. Pair that appetizer with a great wine and suddenly the guests will suddenly think the little dinner party has transformed into an evening full of regal flavors and elegant conversation.
Enter the Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel. This appetizer has just a few ingredients but is sure to please even the most discerning guests. Here’s how to make the Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel.
Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel Appetizer
Things You’ll Need
- 1 wheel of brie, chilled (8 oz or 12 oz size depending on guest count)
- 3 tablespoons of cherry preserve
- Balsamic vinegar
- Chopped pecans
Assembling the Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel
- In a small sauce pan add the cherry preserve and a couple dashes of balsamic vinegar.
- Heat the mixture of the cherry preserve and balsamic vinegar over low heat, stirring slowly until it is reduced into a sauce.
- Set the brie on a serving dish.
- Slowly drizzle the cherry preserve sauce over the brie.
- Sprinkle the pecans over the brie.
- Serve to guests immediately.
Add Crackers or Bread Rounds
Because this recipe has so many bursting flavors mixing the creaminess of the brie cheese with the sweetness of the cherry preserve, choose a serving cracker or bread round that is neutral. Simply slicing and toasting French bread is a great idea. Essentially, leave the sesame and garlic crackers in the package for this recipe.
Bring this Dish as an Appetizer to a Holiday Party
The Cherry Preserve Brie Wheel is an excellent dish to bring to a holiday gathering. However, after making the sauce, don’t place it on the brie right away. Place the sauce into a microwave friendly container. Then upon arrival at the party, borrow the microwave. Microwave the sauce on low for just a few seconds at a time until the mixture has returned to its liquid form. Then simply drizzle over the brie and finish with chopped pecans.
Go Nuts with Nuts
There are many other variations one can try when the nutty topping. Chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, chopped macadamia nuts and more make great alternatives to pecans. A good suggestion is to use nuts that are left over from baking that might still be sitting in the pantry.
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