Brie, Pear & Walnut Pull Apart Bread takes a loaf of rustic bread and adds brie, pears, and walnuts. Easy and delicious.
When it comes to entertaining, whether it’s a large party filled with your closest friends or a small family gathering, there are a few things that need to be in place to turn the event into a huge success. Start off by turning on some good tunes and pour a festive signature cocktail.
My hibiscus rose margaritas are always a big hit. After those two elements are taken care of, it all comes down to some good conversation and the one thing universally unites everyone. Food!
I always like to have a nice plate of crackers, jams, a mixture of cheese and fruit. These foods are easy to munch on while chatting and the flavor combinations are endless.
I love a good crusty loaf of bread so I always enjoy having a pull apart bread. It’s always a hit with guests and again, breads that pull apart and are filled with all sorts of goodies are easy to eat while mingling.
My all-time favorite is my Monte Cristo pull apart bread – it has layers of dough, ham, turkey and swiss cheese, complete with a dusting of powdered sugar and jam for dipping. Just like the sandwich, but built to feed a crowd.
I didn’t think I could top that appetizer recipe but this pear, Brie and walnut pull apart bread is right up there.
I made a golden, crusty loaf of plain no knead artisan bread, and then something magical happened. I cut that beautiful loaf of bread into deep 1-inch pieces, then into all those crannies I buried slices of Brie and red anjou pears.
A sprinkle of candied walnuts over the top then into the oven it went.
What emerges is a warm loaf of bread filled with warm melted Brie, tender sweet pears and nutty walnuts all ready to be easily pulled apart into bite-size deliciousness. This is the ultimate finger food with an air of sophistication.
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Brie, Pear & Walnut Pull Apart Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 No Knead Artisan Bread Or store bought crusty round loaf of bread
- 1 Red Anjou Pear Sliced
- 8 ounces Brie Cheese Diced
- 1/2 cup Glazed Walnuts Like Emerald Brand
- Sea Salt
- Coarse Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut bread into 1-inch slices without cutting through the bottom of the loaf. Turn loaf 180 degrees and cut 1-inch slices across the original slices, creating a grid.
- Into the crevices, evenly distribute the pear slices, brie and walnuts. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until Brie is melted. Cover top with foil if the loaf browns too quickly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Serve warm.