Blackberry Fried Brie Food

SO VERY BERRY BRIE

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water until sugar is dissolved. Add berries. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; let stand for 10 minutes., Place bottom half of cheese in a small ungreased cast-iron or ovenproof skillet; pour 1/2 cup berry mixture over cheese. Top with remaining cheese and berry mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° until cheese is softened, 8-10 minutes. Serve with chips.

DEEP FRIED BRIE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the egg with some salt and pepper using a fork. Place the bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Dip the cubes of Brie into the egg, then roll in breadcrumbs until evenly coated and well covered. Place the cheese cubes on a tray, and refrigerate for about 20 minutes, to firm up.
• Heat oil in deep-fryer or heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry the cheese cubes for 3 to 5 minutes, until deep golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with cranberry sauce for dipping. You can also make these before your guests arrive, and keep them in a warm oven.

BLACKBERRY FRIED BRIE

Steps:

• Place the egg in a shallow wide dish and beat well.
• Place the breadcrumbs on a plate.
• Cut the Brie into four equal portions.
• Dip the Brie first into the egg and then into the breadcrumbs, turning to coat on all sides; refrigerate until ready to cook.
• Place the blackberries in a pan, reserving a few for garnish, together with the sugar and 4 tablespoons water.
• Bring gently to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Blend the arrowroot with a little cold water and stir into the sauce to thicken slightly.
• Meanwhile, heat the oil for deep frying to 180°C/ 350°F.
• Fry the Brie for 3-4 minutes until golden brown then remove from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
• To serve- transfer the Brie to individual plates, pour a little of the sauce over each portion of Brie and garnish with the parsley and reserved blackberries.

FRIED BRIE WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE

Steps:

• Place cranberries and water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.
• Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in the sugar or Splenda.
• Return the pan to the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes more.
• Pour into a serving dish, keep warm.
• Sift the flour onto a plate and coat the cheese on all sides, dip into the beaten egg, then coat with the bread crumbs.
• Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F, deep fry the brie for 1- 2 minutes on both sides or until the bread crumbs are golden.
• Drain well.
• Serve the fried brie while still hot with the warm cranberry sauce.
• NOTE: I use Splenda and it works fine in this recipe.

BLACKBERRY CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a small bowl, mash 2 tablespoons berries. Add 1/4 cup broth, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon paprika and cumin., Place chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; pour broth mixture over the top. Sprinkle with thyme, salt, pepper and remaining paprika. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Remove chicken and keep warm. , Skim fat from pan drippings. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth. Gradually stir in drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken; sprinkle with remaining blackberries.