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Apple And Brie Recipe

Name: Alibi Rooms Apple And Brie Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 8 oz Brie wheel; 2 medium Honey crisp apple (or Gala/Mutsu); 2 tbs Fresh thyme leaves; 1 tsp Lemon juice (to prevent browning); 12 slices House-made focaccia (sliced); 2 tbs Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tsp Sea salt (optional, for bread); 3 tbs Runny honey (for drizzling); 1 tsp Cracked black pepper

Inspired by Alibi Room

Time30m

Serves4

Honey drizzled apple slices and brie served with house made focaccia, and sprinkled thyme

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Ingredients

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Cheese & Fruit

8 oz Brie wheel2 medium Honey crisp apple (or Gala/Mutsu)2 tbs Fresh thyme leaves1 tsp Lemon juice (to prevent browning)

Bread

12 slices House-made focaccia (sliced)2 tbs Extra-virgin olive oil1 tsp Sea salt (optional, for bread)

Garnish & Finishing

3 tbs Runny honey (for drizzling)1 tsp Cracked black pepper

Method

Cheese & Fruit

Prepare the brie

Remove brie from refrigerator 20–30 minutes before serving to reach room temperature for optimal creaminess. If desired, trim a thin strip of rind from the top to expose some creamy interior, or leave whole for serving.

Slice the apples

Core and thinly slice the apples into 1/8–1/4 inch wedges. Place slices in a bowl and toss immediately with the lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange slices on a platter in a fan or stacked groupings next to the brie.

Prepare thyme

Strip thyme leaves from stems and lightly bruise with the back of a spoon to release aroma. Reserve about 1 teaspoon for bread and the rest for sprinkling over the finished dish.

Bread

Warm and oil focaccia

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange focaccia slices on a baking sheet, brush each slice lightly with extra-virgin olive oil (about 2 tbs total across slices). Sprinkle the optional 1 tsp sea salt evenly over the top if using. Warm in the oven for 6–8 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp at the edges. Remove and keep warm.

Alternative: Toast on skillet

If you prefer, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and toast slices 1–2 minutes per side with a thin drizzle of oil until golden.

Assembly & Finish

Place the warmed focaccia slices on a serving board or platter. Set the brie wheel in the center or slightly off-center. Neatly arrange the lemon-tossed apple slices beside and partially over the brie so guests can pair apple with cheese and bread.

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of runny honey over the apples and the exposed surface of the brie. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of honey for individual drizzling at the table if desired.

Sprinkle the bruised fresh thyme leaves evenly over the apples, brie, and bread. Finish with a light crack of black pepper across the brie and apples (about 1 tsp distributed).

Serve immediately while the focaccia is warm and the brie is soft and creamy. Encourage guests to spread brie on focaccia, top with apple slice, a bit of thyme and an extra drizzle of honey.