Description
A delightful dish combining creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and crunchy pistachios, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round of soft Brie cheese
- 4 oz of cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup of sugar (or honey for a twist)
- ¾ cup of pistachios (shelled)
- 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
- A pinch of salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries and sugar with a splash of water. Stir over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Allow it to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened Brie and cream cheese. Whip together until smooth and creamy.
- If using herbs, fold them into the whipped cheese mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the whipped Brie mixture onto a serving plate. Top with cooled cranberry sauce and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
- Serve with assorted crackers, toasted bread, or sliced apples.
Notes
Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness of cranberry sauce to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Brie, Cranberry, Pistachios, Appetizer, Cheese Spread