Gooey Brie 
with Fig & Pear Jam

Does anything more need to be said after the phrase “warm brie?” Well, let’s go ahead anyway and talk about figs and pears, too! 

• 1 firm ripe pear, peeled, cored and chopped
• ¾ c. chopped dried figs
• ½ c. water
• 1 ½ tbsp. chopped crystallized ginger
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp. grated nutmeg

Combine the above ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring this mixture to a boil and then turn down the heat to a simmer. Continue to cook for 25–30 minutes. Let this cool and then using an immersion blender, blend to desired consistency.

For serving:

• fresh baguette and/or crackers
• chopped fresh rosemary
• toasted, chopped pecans
• a round of brie, room temperature

Winning combination = slice of baguette + wedge of brie + spoonful of jam + a sprinkle of both fresh rosemary & chopped pecans!