Brie Cheese has been called the "King of Cheeses". The world is indebted to France for inventing soft ripened cheeses. There is no other flavor combination like a crisp apple eaten along with some Brie spread over the top.
Brie and Camembert are the main two in the "Soft Ripened" group and all the others are variations of them. It's has a combination of hazelnut and fruit aromas with a white rind (you can eat the rind). It's one of the great chesses served for dessert and comes as either a 1 or 2 kg. wheel. To enjoy Brie at its best, it should be served at room temperature.
The finest most flavorful are those made from raw milk. Unfortunately, the U.S. prohibits the import of any raw milk cheese not aged for at least 60 days.
In searching for the one you like best, look to brand names. The best are consistently good. The same Brie may be sold under two for more different names, made by the same manufacturer. "Brie de Meaux" is an excellent one also made under the Couronne label.
By the way, takikng the tip from a wedge of brie is known as "pointing the Brie" and is not looked upon kindly. Unless you're eating it by yourself:)
Couronne French Brie is made with 60 percent cream, which
gives it a smooth flavor. Not too lean and not too fat,
it's just right. Try it with chutneys and sweet berries.
Serve at room temperature or bake for a tasty Brie with Chutney appetizer.
Brie Cheese has been called the "King of Cheeses". The world is indebted to France for inventing soft ripened cheeses. There is no other flavor combination like a crisp apple eaten along with some Brie spread over the top.
