Warm Brie with Strawberries, Figs and Almonds

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   In a small pot, bring the water, vinegar and honey to a boil. Remove from the heat and add the strawberries, stirring gently with a spoon to coat in the vinegar mixture. Let sit for 5 minutes. In a sieve set over a bowl, strain the strawberries. Return the vinegar mixture to the pot.

3. 3

   Place the cheese at the centre of a 6 ½-inch (16.5 cm) casserole dish or ramekin. Garnish with the strained strawberries. Add the fig and almonds.

4. 4

   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is soft. Keep warm.

5. 5

   Over medium heat, bring the vinegar mixture to a boil. Let reduce until thick and syrupy, about 1 minute. You should get about 2 tsp (10 ml) of syrup. Pour over the hot brie. Season with pepper. Serve immediately with slices of baguette or croutons.