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                                            Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    I always come home with an empty plate when I take this special appetizer to holiday parties. It looks fancy but is actually quite easy to make. Carolyn DeKryger, Fremont, Michigan Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/4 cup butter, softened  |  
                                                1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened  |  
                                                3/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour  |  
                                                1 round (8 ounces) brie cheese  |  
                                                1 egg  |  
                                                1 teaspoon water  |  
                                                assorted crackers and fresh fruit  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large bowl, beat the butter, cream cheese and flour on low speed until mixture forms a ball. Divide in half and wrap each portion in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes. 2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a 7-in. circle about 1/8 in. thick. Place one circle on an ungreased baking sheet. Place Brie on pastry and top with remaining pastry circle; pinch edges to seal. Flute bottom edge if desired. 3. In a small bowl, whisk egg and water; brush over top and sides of pastry. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from the baking sheets. Let stand for 30 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers and fruit. Yield: 8 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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