Brie Torte

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This tasty appetizer is easy to transport to holiday parties or as a hostess gift.

INGREDIENTS

1 (15-16 ounce) wheel Brie
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup chopped, dried tart cherries
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh

Refrigerate Brie until chilled and firm, or freeze 30 minutes, or until firm. Cut Brie in half horizontally.

Combine butter, cherries, pecans and thyme in a small bowl; mix well.

Evenly spread mixture on cut-side of one piece of the Brie. Top with the other piece, cut-side down. Lightly press together. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.

To serve, cut into serving size wedges and bring to room temperature. Serve with Carr's or other good water crackers.

Makes about 20 appetizer servings.

NOTE - If wrapped securely in plastic wrap, this appetizer will keep in the refrigerator for at least a week.