Rustic Basil Pesto Baked Brie

Rustic Pesto is spooned over creamy brie cheese and topped with honey glazed dried fruit, fresh basil and toasted nuts for a lovely crunch.

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Simple appetizers like this baked brie recipe from Barilla are delicious, easy, and can be prepared quickly to share with guests. Rustic Pesto is spooned over a creamy wheel of your favorite brie cheese. Dried fruit and nuts are coated with a honey glaze and sit atop the pesto spread. The cheese is baked till melted - yet still holds its shape, and flavors have gently combined. Finish with basil, and enjoy with your favorite crackers.

 

Ingredients 4 Servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto
  • 1 6-inch diameter brie wheel
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1/3 cup unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup dried cherries
  • 3 teaspoons honey
  • Basil leaves for garnish
  • Assorted crackers

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.

  • In a bowl mix cherries, nuts, and honey.

  • Place cheese on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Spread pesto on top of brie wheel and top cheese with fruit and nut mixture.

  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melting but still holding its shape. Top with basil leaves and serve with your favorite crackers.

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