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Baked Irish Brie with Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 wheel of Irish Brie cheese (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup of cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary leaves
- Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving

Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish
- Oven

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place the Brie cheese in a baking dish.
3. Drizzle honey over the top of the Brie cheese.
4. Sprinkle chopped walnuts and fresh rosemary leaves on top of the honey.
5. Bake the Brie cheese for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove the Brie cheese from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Spoon cranberry sauce over the top of the Brie cheese.
8. Serve with crackers or sliced baguette.


- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 260
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 11g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese instead of Brie cheese.
- You can use any type of nuts instead of walnuts.
- You can use any type of herb instead of rosemary.

Variations:
- You can add dried cranberries to the top of the Brie cheese for extra sweetness.
- You can add a drizzle of balsamic glaze to the top of the Brie cheese for extra tanginess.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the Brie cheese cool for a few minutes before adding the cranberry sauce.
- You can also serve this dish with sliced apples or pears for a sweet and savory combination.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover Brie cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the Brie cheese, place it in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Brie cheese on a wooden board with crackers and sliced baguette.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs.

Pairings:
- This dish pairs well with a glass of red wine or a sparkling cider.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting, increase the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store any leftover Brie cheese in the refrigerator to prevent bacteria growth.

Food history:
- Brie cheese originated in France and is named after the region where it was first made.

Flavor profiles:
- This dish has a sweet and savory flavor profile with a creamy and nutty texture.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as a dessert.

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Region: Irish

Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Tangy, Savory, Rich