Baked Camembert Salad Recipe (2024)

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Deborah

I filled mine with sauted mushrooms, red pepper, onions and fennel and a splash of creme balsamico for sweetness. The puff exploded, the camembert leaked, and it was still delicious. But please, unless you're talking about stuffed swans as served at the court of Henry V, don't refer to food as 'old fashioned.' Food is food, and I'm sure we all still love dishes our mothers and grandmothers taught us to make, if we dare to admit it.

susanb

The title of the article referred to "Store-Bought Camembert". I am wondering, "store bought" as opposed to????

M Craig

"Spoon the onion-bacon mixture and the preserves on top of the Camembert, then place the remaining Camembert half on top..."

Maureen

What do we do with the fig preserves-just serve with or spoon over top half of camembert before wrapping with pastry or brush pastry with it before baking? Add to dressing? I love fig preserves and cheese :)

Lemanswinner

I'd like a video of wrapping the puff pastry around the cheese wheel. You're wrapping a square pastry sheet around a cylinder, and it wasn't obvious to me how to do that. In the end it didn't matter, the dish was delicious and fun to eat, but I had all manner of odd folds and creases in the pastry.

sue

I’m making now for Super Bowl party and did not use bacon as having vegetarian guests. I put cheese in freezer for 30 minutes and sliced in half easily. Put jam on one half and onions on other.

Becky

Might be stretch to call this a "salad" but looks delish :)

Brooke Adler

Could this be reheated after baking to take to party? Refrigerate or bake just before traveling and reheat?

Lizzy

After you seal the pastry, turn the whole wrapped cheese over so that the seam is hidden on the bottom.

Carol Arnold

The only white onions my market had were quite large. How about a more exact measurement, like 1/3 c chopped onion or 5 grams.....chopped onion. Thanks

Marbarre

Don't omit the preserves...I did because I was sure I had a jar in the pantry, but did not...it was very good, but I can totally see how the sweetness would enhance the muskiness of the cheese and saltiness of the bacon.

Helen P

The fig preserves goes on top of the bacon and onion mixture just before you put on the other have of the cheese. This sounds sooooo good,

Robert

May I suggest you simply use a portion of the one you can find then, in an amount that approximates the size of a small white onion when available?

Erin

Wow! This was a stunner! I live in France so the ingredients may have had something to do with the magic. I made this for a friend visiting from NYC, and she has attempted to recreate it at home without the same effect. I use lardons in place of pancetta or bacon. With fresh baguette and a big plate of endive?? To die for. I will be dreaming of this meal for many years.

Barb

See step 2. It goes on cheese with onion mixture.

Rob-in-Philly

Used this as my 'blue print guide' to adlib ingredients I had on hand for a last min. Used Camembert, red onion, crimmini shrooms, spicy panchetta and Grey's mango CHUTNEY and English thyme from the garden. I didn't have puff pastry so used a store rolled 12" pie crust dough. Thanks for the process guidelines! Came out GREAT.

SP

This was decadent and delicious. Vegetarians made exceptions and it was gone fast. I have been asked to make it again.

Erin

Wow! This was a stunner! I live in France so the ingredients may have had something to do with the magic. I made this for a friend visiting from NYC, and she has attempted to recreate it at home without the same effect. I use lardons in place of pancetta or bacon. With fresh baguette and a big plate of endive?? To die for. I will be dreaming of this meal for many years.

Kate

Made it pretty much as written but cut the recipe as it is dinner for one. To serve I cut the cheese and puff pastry into slices, wrapped each in a large radicchio leaf and topped with fig spread. Leaf had a bit of olive oil and salt and pepper prior to making the wrap. Amazing. Served with a cosmopolitan.

Moira H.

Used Brie and - I’m embarrassed to say - a slice of NJ “Taylor ham” chopped fine in lieu of bacon. Still turned out great with rave reviews from guests.

Help to seal

The cheese tends to find a way out. Does anyone have any tips on how to seal the pastry, totally leakproof?

Kymmore

That was a hit for Thanksgiving. It not only looked beautiful but everyone loved it!

Kassi

What is the purpose of large, raw radicchio leaves? Seems like those will be ignored....are they for scooping the cheese? I just don't understand.

Carol Arnold

The only white onions my market had were quite large. How about a more exact measurement, like 1/3 c chopped onion or 5 grams.....chopped onion. Thanks

Robert

May I suggest you simply use a portion of the one you can find then, in an amount that approximates the size of a small white onion when available?

Lemanswinner

I'd like a video of wrapping the puff pastry around the cheese wheel. You're wrapping a square pastry sheet around a cylinder, and it wasn't obvious to me how to do that. In the end it didn't matter, the dish was delicious and fun to eat, but I had all manner of odd folds and creases in the pastry.

Newell

This is delicious but really rich. You definitely want a long baguette in hand. Also a heavy halo of dressed baby arugula works perfectly in lieu of radicchio.

Deborah

I filled mine with sauted mushrooms, red pepper, onions and fennel and a splash of creme balsamico for sweetness. The puff exploded, the camembert leaked, and it was still delicious. But please, unless you're talking about stuffed swans as served at the court of Henry V, don't refer to food as 'old fashioned.' Food is food, and I'm sure we all still love dishes our mothers and grandmothers taught us to make, if we dare to admit it.

Brooke Adler

Could this be reheated after baking to take to party? Refrigerate or bake just before traveling and reheat?

Brooke Adler

Can this be made ahead and reheated?

Luci

What do they mean by “flip the parcel over”???

Lizzy

After you seal the pastry, turn the whole wrapped cheese over so that the seam is hidden on the bottom.

Rob-in-Philly

If you fold and seal it right (be sure to egg wash the bottom too), you can have a very decorative 'top knot' and pinwheel design on the TOP and Sides...no need to 'flip' the pastry, plus then the bottom is flat and will cook through evenly and also crisp evenly.

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Baked Camembert Salad Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Which is better baked brie or Camembert? ›

Brie is milder in flavour and has a higher cream content, Camembert has a more intense, earthy flavour and is denser in texture. Personally, I like my brie at room temperature and camembert melty and baked, but that's just my choice.

Do you eat the rind on baked camembert? ›

The soft, white rind of Camembert and Brie can be eaten with no problems at all. The white mould that covers the rind is produced by Penicillium candidum or by different varieties of it.

Why is some Camembert not suitable for baking? ›

There are definitely instances when Camembert fails to melt, but it has less to do with whether it's made with raw or pasteurized milk and more with the aging process. The more mature the Camembert, the better it'll melt. Fresh, young cheese with a chalkier texture just won't melt as smoothly.

How long does Camembert need to be in the oven for? ›

Preheat the oven to 190°C/Fan 170°C/Gas 5. Remove the lid and any wrappings from the Camembert. Place the cheese within its base on a baking tray and cut a few slits in the top of the cheese. Bake for 15 minutes.

Is the rind on Camembert cheese edible? ›

It goes without saying that you will gently explain to your friends that the rind on the soft cheeses like Camembert and Brie is not only edible but that it completes the sensory experience by enriching the taste and creating a beautiful contrast in texture between the shell and the heart of the cheese.

Which cheese is healthier Brie or Camembert? ›

According to calorieking.com.au, brie contains 30.5g fat and 18.5g protein per 100g. The same amount of camembert contains 25g fat and 19.5g protein. To cut through all that fat, both cheeses pair well with a sharp or sweet taste such as grapes or figs.

How do French people eat camembert? ›

In France, Camembert is typically enjoyed on a hunk of crusty baguette (never with crackers) or on its own with no bread at all. It's also enjoyed with simple accompaniments like fresh or dried fruit.

What to serve with a baked Camembert? ›

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BAKED CAMEMBERT? I like to keep things simple and serve crusty bread with this molten cheese. Baguette, ciabatta and sourdough all work well with this dish. Alongside I also like to include some pickles, with pickled silverskin onions and cornichons being my particular favourites.

Can you eat camembert 2 days out of date? ›

Soft cheeses such as Brie and Camembert have a shorter shelf life. Unopened, they typically last for a few weeks to a couple of months past their 'best by' date when refrigerated.

Why does baked Camembert smell like ammonia? ›

Ammonia: First, that ammonia smell. It may be a turnoff but it's a consequence of aging, especially for bloomy-rind cheeses like Brie. As these cheeses ripen, their surface molds break down protein into amino acids and one byproduct of that breakdown is ammonia.

Why is Camembert not vegetarian? ›

As the cheese ripens, it becomes softer and stronger in taste. Depending on the type, Camembert can be made from either pasteurised or raw milk. With no fillers or artificial preservatives, the cheese is unadulterated and gluten free, though the addition of animal rennet makes it unsuitable for vegetarians.

Can you eat Camembert raw? ›

Eating Uncooked Camembert Cheese

Camembert cheese tastes the best at room temperature, not straight from the refrigerator. Take it out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before you want to eat it so it has time to warm up. Slice the cheese into wedges. To cut up Camembert, cut it into wedges like you would a pizza.

Is camembert harder than brie? ›

The body of both Brie and Camembert is very similar, although Brie is denser and a higher level of fat at around 65%. The camembert is around 45% fat. Both cheeses will have soft runny bodies when they are mature.

Which is tastier Brie or Camembert? ›

However, as a general rule, you can expect a milder and butterier flavor from Brie, with only hints of mushroom or fruit; whereas Camembert is typically a slightly denser cheese with a bolder, meatier taste—featuring a more pronounced earthy and mushroomy umami profile.

Which tastes better Camembert or Brie? ›

However, if you prefer a milder flavor with a creamy texture that melts in your mouth, then Brie might be the better option. Overall, there is no clear winner between Camembert and Brie as they both have their unique characteristics that appeal to different tastes.

Does Camembert and Brie taste the same? ›

The Camembert you find at your local grocery store probably shares a similar flavor profile with the Brie sold alongside it, but with a slightly more intense and earthy taste. The main distinguishing factor is the size and format: Camembert is usually much smaller, and is typically sold whole in a charming wooden box.

Is Camembert or Brie more creamy? ›

Level of Creaminess

The body of both Brie and Camembert is very similar, although Brie is denser and a higher level of fat at around 65%. The camembert is around 45% fat. Both cheeses will have soft runny bodies when they are mature. The more dense Brie does take a little longer to ripen.

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