Both the height of elegance
and simplicity, this rich and savory appetizer is perfect for
a small crowd. Serve fresh grapes alongside.
Brie and
Bacon in Pastry
- 4 slices bacon, cooked
crisp and crumbled
1 sheet frozen puff pastry
1 (16-ounce) wheel Brie
1/4 cup sliced, toasted almonds
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 large egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water
- Thaw pastry 20 minutes;
roll sheet out on a lightly floured surface to a 15-inch circle.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees
F.
- Slice Brie in half horizontally
and layer with bacon, almonds and parsley in center of pastry.
- Brush pastry edges with
egg wash, pull up sides to enclose.
- Place seam side down on
ungreased baking sheet. If desired, decorate top with pastry
scraps. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Let
stand 10 minutes before serving.
Makes 12 servings.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 270 calories
Protein 11 grams
Fat 21 grams
Sodium 340 milligrams
Cholesterol 60 milligrams
Recipe provided courtesy
of Pork: The Other White Meat.
