You Will Need:
- Thyme, 1 ½ Tbsp, finely chopped
- Brie, ½ lb block or wheel
- Pear, 1 each, small chop
- Butter, 1 Tbsp
- Granny Smith and Gala Apples, 1 of each, peeled, small chop
- Dried Cranberries, ¼ cup
- Brown Sugar, ½ cup
- Apple Juice, ¼ cup
- Lemon Juice, 2 Tbsp
- Salt, 1 tsp
Recipe Serves: 8 as an appetizer
Instructions:
1. In a small sauce pan, melt butter and sauté apples and pears for 3-4 minutes. Add brown sugar, ¼ cup water, salt, and apple juice and bring to a boil, then add in cranberries and thyme. Reduce heat to low and cook for 25-30 minutes or until thick and jam-like. Stir in lemon juice. Turn off stove and keep warm
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
3. Place brie on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until soft and cheese is melting out of the rind
4. Serve warm brie with fruit compote and toasted baguette slices or crackers for a delicious and simple holiday appetizer
Recipes and Pictures by Chef Katie Reineberg
