Honey Hazelnut Baked Brie

Directions

Place the vinegar, honey, salt, and 5 or 6 needles from the rosemary sprig into a small saucepan. Stir to combine. Heat on medium high heat until simmering. Then lower the heat to low and simmer until the mixture starts to darken in color and the consistency thickens to a thin syrup, about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the hazelnuts.

While the sauce is simmering, start on the brie. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F . Use a serrated knife to slice off the very top of the brie round, exposing the cheese on one side. Place on a parchment paper or Silpat lined baking sheet . Bake until just soft and bubbly, about 15 minutes. to carefully transfer it to a serving dish. Drizzle the honey vinegar hazelnut sauce over the brie. Garnish with the sprig of rosemary. Serve with sliced tart apples.