Categories: Brie, appetizer, make day ahead

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts or pecans
• 1 tablespoon brandy
• 1 (14-ounce) round brie
• Apple wedges, for serving
• Pear wedges, for serving
• 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• Crackers, for serving

Directions

1. In a small bowl stir together the sugar, nuts, and brandy. Cover and chill for at least 24 hours or up to 1 week.

2. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.

3. Place the brie on an ovenproof platter or pie plate. Bake for 4 or 5 minutes or until the brie is slightly softened. Spread the sugar mixture in an even layer on top of the warm brie and bake for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until the sugar melts. Brush the fruit wedges with lemon juice and arrange them around 1 side of the brie. Place crackers around the other side.

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