Brie Appetizer

FriendlyEgg

As per a recommendation from the board I did a Brie appetizer a year ago on a cedar plank - but I forget the particulars (temp, time..).[p]Can anyone help me with perfecting this dish to complement the bottle(s) of wine we plan to open tonight?[p]Thanks

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FriendlyEgg,
Since Chubby is temporarily MIA, I submit this on his family's behalf. Pic will not post from the source, sorry![p]Appetizer, Cheese, Brie, Maple-Planked, W/Garlic & Roasted Pepper, Chubby

Next is a picture of the Brie with pepper mixture topping on a cedar plank that Chubby and Anne did. This is just before it went on the egg. I wasn't able to get a picture of the finished product because I was laughing too hard watching Chubby try and put out the fire (the cedar plank caught fire and made for some exciting moments). The finished product was very good though.


[p]1 Maple Plank, Soaked (at least 4 hours)
2 1/4 Lb. Each Brie, Small Wheels
Olive Oil
6-8 Cloves Garlic, Chopped
2 Green Onions, Finely Chopped
1 Pepper, Bell, Red, Roasted, Peeled, Seeded & Finely Chopped
2 Tbs Thyme, Fresh, Chopped
2 Tbs Vinegar, Balsamic
Salt & Pepper To Taste



*********HAVE FIRE EXTINGUISHER ON STANDBY!!**********
1 Preheat BGE to 400°F. dome. Scrape rind off top of each wheel of brie to expose cheese and set aside.
2 Heat olive oil in sauté pan (or cast iron skillet) and add garlic, cooking until softened but not browned. Add green onions, peppers, thyme, vinegar and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and salt & pepper to taste.
3 Place the maple plank on direct grill and listen for it to “pop” (about 8-10 minutes). Divide pepper mixture evenly on top of brie wheels and place on plank. Close lid and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese begins to melt (or plank catches fire as in Chubby’s case). Serve with slices of crusty bread or crudites.


Servings: 1

Recipe Type
Appetizer

Recipe Source
Author: Ann Tabor (“Chubby’s Chic”)[p]Source: Florida Eggfest '06, Chubby’s Chic


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FriendlyEgg

Richard,[p]Thanks!