Sugar and Nut Glazed Brie

Ingredients

• 20 servings apple wedges for serving
• 1 tablespoon brandy 
• 14 ounce round brie 
• 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
• 20 servings round buttery crackers for serving
• 2 tablespoons juice of lemon 
• 0.3 cup macadamia nuts chopped
• 20 servings pear wedges for serving

Equipment

• bowl
• oven

Directions

1. In a small bowl stir together the sugar, nuts, and brandy. Cover and chill for at least 24 hours or up to 1 week.
2. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
3. Place the brie on an ovenproof platter or pie plate.
4. Bake for 4 or 5 minutes or until the brie is slightly softened.
5. Spread the sugar mixture in an even layer on top of the warm brie and bake for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until the sugar melts.
6. Brush the fruit wedges with lemon juice and arrange them around 1 side of the brie.
7. Place crackers around the other side.