Shelly's Recipe

PRALINE-CROWNED BRIE

Category: Cheese

1 (15 oz) round Brie cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tbsp cognac or pure maple syrup
Fresh strawberries (optional)
Unsalted crackers

Place Brie on a pie plate. Cover with nuts. Pat brown sugar over nuts. Drizzle with cognac or maple syrup. Bake at 350 for 20 to 25 minutes or till sugar is lightly golden and Brie is warm, but not runny. If desired, garnish with some fresh strawberries. Serve the warm Brie immediately with some crackers. Makes 10 to 12 servings.