PESTO BRIE TORTA

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Elegant appetizer but easy because can do ahead. From The Hors D'Oeuvre Book by C. Castle. Note this needs to set up for several hours prior to service.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Spreads

Time 3h15m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup pesto sauce, room temperature
8 ounces brie round, chilled
garnish with basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese and pesto until well blended.
  • Using a sharp knife split brie wheel in half horizontally. Place one half cut side up on round serving plate. Spread with cream cheese mixture pressing down firmly. Top with second half cut side down. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least three hours.
  • To serve let torta come back to room temperature and garnish with basil leaves. Cut wedge to show layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 119.6, Carbohydrate 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 3.6

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