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Derby Day Brie Recipe

Derby Day guests will be impressed when you present this attractive cheese spread. The mellow flavor of the cheese pairs well with the caramel-flavored topping.

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Derby Day Brie Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 12-14 Servings

15 5 20

Ingredients

1 round (13.2 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup coffee liqueur
3 tablespoons brown sugar
Apple or pear slices
2 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice

Directions

Place cheese on a microwave-safe serving dish. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, coffee liqueur and brown sugar; spoon over top of cheese. Microwave on high for 1 minute or until cheese is softened. Toss apple or pear slices with pineapple juice. Serve with cheese. Yield: 12-14 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (2 tablespoons) equals 161 calories, 12 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 27 mg cholesterol, 170 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 6 g protein.

Originally published as Derby Day Brie in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2006, p196