Baked Brie Delight on French Bread
Indulge your guests with this irresistible Baked Brie Delight, an exquisite blend of creamy brie cheese, savory onions, and aromatic basil, all enveloped in warm, toasted French bread. Perfectly suited for your Tapa Table, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also promises to elevate your gatherings with its rich flavors and enticing aroma. Originating from a cherished recipe shared by my dear friend Pat in Sint Maarten, this appetizer is a crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to impress and satisfy even the most discerning palates.
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/4 lb (melted)
brie cheese
6 ounces (cut into small pieces)
onion
1/4 cup (diced)
basil
1/4 teaspoon (dried)
French bread
1 loaf (sliced lengthwise)
Instructions
1
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and dried basil, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
2
Next, add the cut pieces of brie cheese into the saucepan. Stir continuously until the brie is fully melted and the mixture is well combined.
3
While the cheese is melting, preheat your oven's broiler to high.
4
Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and then cut each half into almost-through slices, approximately 1 1/2 inches thick, being careful not to cut all the way through.
5
Spread the melted brie mixture generously over both halves of the French bread, ensuring that each slice gets a good amount of the mixture.
6
At this stage, you can refrigerate the assembled bread for later, making it easy to prepare ahead of time.
7
When you're ready to serve, place the bread halves under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8
Once done, remove from the oven and tear off individual pieces for serving. Arrange them beautifully on a platter and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baked Brie Delight on French Bread?
Baked Brie Delight is an appetizer made with creamy brie cheese, sautéed onions, and aromatic basil served on toasted French bread.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to provide approximately 20 servings.
What is the origin of this Baked Brie recipe?
This dish originated from a recipe shared by a friend named Pat in Sint Maarten.
What are the main ingredients needed?
The main ingredients include 1/4 lb butter, 6 ounces of brie cheese, 1/4 cup diced onion, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, and one loaf of French bread.
How do you prepare the onions?
Diced onions are sautéed in melted butter until they become translucent and fragrant.
How is the brie cheese incorporated?
The brie is cut into small pieces and stirred into the butter and onion mixture until completely melted.
How should the French bread be sliced?
The bread should be sliced in half lengthwise, then cut into almost-through slices about 1.5 inches thick.
Can this recipe be prepared in advance?
Yes, the bread can be assembled with the cheese mixture and refrigerated for later use.
What is the recommended cooking method?
The assembled bread should be placed under a broiler on high heat.
How long does the bread need to broil?
It should be broiled for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
How is the dish served?
Once removed from the oven, individual pieces are torn off and arranged on a platter for serving.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is quite simple to prepare.
What category of food does this belong to?
It is categorized as a Cheese appetizer.
What herbs are used in the seasoning?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil.
What amount of butter is required?
The recipe requires 1/4 lb of butter.
How much brie cheese is needed?
You will need 6 ounces of brie cheese for this recipe.
What makes this a good 'party food'?
It is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is easy to serve as individual tear-off pieces.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Should the bread be cut all the way through before cooking?
No, the bread should be cut almost-through to keep the loaf together while spreading the cheese.
What type of onion should be used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of diced onion, without specifying a specific variety.
What setting should the oven be on?
The oven should be set to the broiler setting on high.
Is this recipe suitable for a 'Tapa Table'?
Yes, it is specifically described as being perfectly suited for a Tapa Table.
What is the texture of the finished dish?
The finished dish features a creamy, melted cheese topping on toasted, golden-brown bread.
How thick should the bread slices be?
The slices should be approximately 1.5 inches thick.
How do I know when the brie is ready in the saucepan?
The brie is ready when it is fully melted and the mixture in the saucepan is well combined.
Does the recipe use fresh or dried basil?
The recipe specifically uses dried basil.
How much onion is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of diced onion.
Is this dish intended to be a savory snack?
Yes, it is described as a savory snack and comfort food.
What should be done if I want to make it ahead?
You can assemble the bread and cheese mixture and then refrigerate it until you are ready to broil it.
How should the cheese mixture be spread?
The mixture should be spread generously over both halves of the bread, ensuring each slice is covered.