Harold's Kahlua Pecan Brie

Belinda in Austin, TX's Note:

My friend, Harold, always brings this to every gathering, because it's always requested, and it's always a hit...I guess I should call it "Always Brie!" :-) Enjoy!

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 15 ounces mini brie round
• ½ cup finely chopped pecans
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla
• 2 tablespoons Kahlua
• 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. Toast the pecans in butter, in a small skillet.
3. Remove the rind from the top of the cheese wheel, cutting to within 1/2 inch of the edges; place in a pie pan, or other oven safe dish.
4. Combine pecans, Kahlua, vanilla, and brown sugar; spread over top of cheese.
5. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until soft.
6. If not serving immediately, cover Brie with foil, and wrap the whole dish in a towel to transport.
7. Serve with gingersnaps, apple slices, etc.