Brie With Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Miss Annie's Note:

If you like garlic, you will like this appetizer.Add a special touch by garnishing with fresh parsley sprigs. Prep time includes 1 hour sitting at room temperature.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 (15 ounce) brie round
• 1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil , undrained
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley , minced
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , freshly grated
• 6 cloves garlic , pressed

Directions:

1. Remove rind from top of Brie, cutting to within 1/2 inch of outside edges.
2. Place on serving plate.
3. Remove 4 tomatoes and 1 Tbsp.
4. oil, reserving remaining tomatoes and oil for other uses.
5. Combine tomatoes, oil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and garlic; stir well.
6. Spoon tomato mixture over top of Brie; let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
7. Garnish with sprigs of parsley, if desired.
8. Serve with assorted crackers.

Reviews

[Dr. Jenny]

I made this appetizer yesterday for a friend's visit. I liked that it was quick and easy and made for a colorful presentation. I used an 8 oz brie wheel and halved the other topping ingredients. While I really love garlic and typically add more than the amount of garlic specified when cooking with it in other recipes, I found this to be pretty garlicky with the three cloves that I used. I'm not sure that all guests enjoy such a strong taste of garlic (it was a little potent even for me), so I would scale back a bit next time. I served with pita chips and whole grain crackers. Thanks for a quick, easy appetizer!

[Natalia 3]

Wonderful recipe! I prefer this to some of the baked brie recipes - less hassle and you don't have to worry about timing. I served this at a Christmas party and it was a fresh and colorful addition to the table. I used half the amount of brie specified, which meant more topping :) mmmm I used half the amount of garlic and it was PLENTY. I may go to 2 cloves next time, especially for a social setting :) Thanks so much.