Fried Brie with Nut Crust


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I adapted this delightful recipes from the November 1999 Bon Appetit magazine. Recipe originally from the Kemo Sabe Restaurant in San Diego, California.

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Fried Brie with Nut Crust

1 (8-ounce) round brie cheese
1/3 cup walnuts
1/3 cup almonds
1/3 cup pecans
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 large
eggs
1/4 cup whipping cream

Peanut oil (for frying)
Purchased jalapeņo jelly
French-bread baguette, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Remove and discard paper and plastic wrapping from cheese. Cut brie cheese round into 4 (2-ounce) wedges. Freeze Brie for 30 minutes.

Finely chop all nuts and sesame seeds in food processor. Transfer to medium bowl.

In another medium bowl, whisk eggs and whipping cream to blend.

Remove cheese from freezer. Dip each wedge into egg mixture and then into nut mixture, turning to coat and pressing gently to adhere. Transfer to plate; cover with plastic and refrigerate until very cold, at least 45 minutes. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated.)

Pour enough peanut oil into heavy large skillet to reach depth of 1 1/2 inches. Heat over medium-high heat to 350°F. Working in 2 batches, fry coated brie wedges until deep golden brown, turning occasionally with metal spatula, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.

To Serve:  Place a small bowl of jalapeņo jelly on a platter, and surround it with fried Brie wedges and French bread slices for a lovely presentation.

Makes 4 appetizer servings.