Are quesadillas an appetizer?

The nice thing about this recipe is that it can be either an appetizer or a main course . As a main course I would serve a whole quesadilla with a side salad. From opening the fridge to finding the ingredients to putting dinner on the table, it is less than a 30 minute meal.

How to eat mini brie?

Make sure to cut it into wedges, rather than slicing it as you would a block of hard cheese. You won't need to spread Brie to enjoy it — just grab it right off the cheese board. You and your guests can cut a small piece and pair it with a bite of crusty bread (especially a baguette) or some dried fruit .

Should brie be served warm or cold?

How to properly eat brie cheese: There is no proper way to eat brie. You can eat it at room temperature, hot , spread it on a cracker, slice it in a sandwich, melt it, top it, and the list goes on.

What is the best cheese for quesadillas?

Cheddar and Monterey Jack are standards of American-style quesadillas. But if you are planning ahead, consider that freshly grated cheese such as cheddar or Monterey Jack makes the meltiest quesadillas.

How do you serve quesadillas at a party?

Place all quesadillas on a baking sheet and bake in a 375-degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve with pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Enjoy!

What are mini appetizers called?

Bite-sized finger foods are called canape appetizers. These can be hot or cold, but typically have a base and a spread with a topping or garnish. Small pieces of bread or biscuits are common canape appetizers you'll be offered.

What does brie pair well with?

Serve the Brie with crusty bread or plain-flavored crackers that won't compete with the taste of the cheese. This is not the time to pull out the nacho chips. Brie pairs well with fruits like apples, pears, grapes, and berries and unsalted nuts like pecans, almonds, and walnuts.

What is the etiquette for brie cheese?

Should you avoid the nose? When it comes to slicing Brie, you're traditionally told to avoid "pointing the cheese," or removing the tip (also referred to as the 'nose') of a brie wedge . This is essentially bad cheese etiquette, as you are meant to enjoy the full range of the Brie's flavor, from the center to rind.

Mini Brie & Pear Appetizer Quesadillas Recipe

Published: Dec 23, 2013 · Modified: Jun 21, 2019 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 14 Comments

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These mini quesadillas with melted Brie cheese, pear, cranberries and hazelnuts make the perfect bite-sized appetizer at only 57 calories apiece.

As much as I love a good cookie at Christmastime, it's really about the Brie. In fact, it's a little too much about the Brie sometimes (says my jeans, not my heart). It was only two weeks ago that I posted my . So, really I guess it's all about Brie AND cranberries, preferably melted together.

The danger comes when I sit myself in front of a wedge of Brie and proceed to devour the entire thing. It has happened...just ask my family. I can control the consumption if I tuck the Brie inside of something, like phyllo dough or whole wheat tortillas, and pair it with sweet and savory ingredients.

Did I mention that each of these treats is only 57 calories? Not too shabby for a holiday appetizer with oozing cheese.

Pears and dried cranberries add just the right amount of sweetness to these mini quesadillas, but it's the hazelnuts that really bring all of the flavors together. The recipe calls for a small of amount of the nut, but just a dab will do you.

The recipe:

Using a 2 ½-inch circle cookie cutter (or a glass with a 2 ½-inch circumference and a small knife), cut 3 circles from each tortilla.

In a medium bowl, toss together the pear slices, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, dried cranberries and hazelnuts.

On one half of each tortilla circle, layer one pear slice, on piece of Brie and a couple of cranberries and hazelnut pieces. Fold over the tortillas to form half-circles.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place several quesadillas in the pan and cook until the tortillas are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Repeat with the remaining quesadillas. Serve.

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