Hot Brie With Pear and Almonds

I think I found this recipe in an old Gourmet magazine. It is for 2 people and makes a tasty first course. Also it is easy.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 4  ounces  brie round (about 4 inches in diameter)
• 1  ripe pear, cored
• 2  tablespoons  sliced almonds
•  French bread

Directions

1. Cut top rind from the Brie.
2. Put in small flameproof dish.
3. Cur a thin round crosswise from widest part of pear.
4. Center on the Brie.
5. Top it and surrounding Brie with almonds.
6. Broil 4 - 5 minutes or until Brie is soft.
7. Transfer to platter.
8. Cut reserved pear into thin rounds and serve with this plus French bread slices.