Baked Brie with Fig Jam (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 oz. wheel of Brie cheese
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3 tablespoons fig jam
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2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
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1-2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
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Crostini, crackers, or sliced baguette for serving
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Place wheel of brie on a parchment lined baking sheet, keeping it in the wooden container if it came in one.
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Using a sharp knife, slice a crosshatch pattern across the top of the brie.
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Spread fig jam evenly across the top of the wheel of brie. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and fresh thyme leaves.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the inside is gooey and melted. Test by gently pressing on the top of the rind with a spoon to feel if it is soft inside.
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Serve warm with sliced crusty French baguette, crackers, or crostini.
# Notes:
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This elegant appetizer is best served immediately while the cheese is still warm and melty.