Rum Butter Brie with Fruit

Butter, almonds, rum and seasonings are spread on top of Brie, then served with cut fruit and assorted crackers.

Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup finely chopped toasted almonds
• 3 tablespoons light rum
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 (6 inch) wheel Brie cheese (about 1 pound)
• Whole toasted almonds
• Fresh fruits
• Assorted crackers

Instructions

1. In small bowl, beat butter with chopped almonds, rum, lemon juice, garlic salt, and paprika.
2. Cut white crust from top of Brie; spread Brie with butter mixture. Garnish edge with whole almonds.
3. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
4. Serve with cut fruit and assorted crackers.