Snowcapped Range Brie Parmesan (Printable)

Brie wedges arranged as snowcapped peaks, dusted with Parmesan and garnished with thyme.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 oz Brie cheese, well chilled
02 - 1.4 oz Parmesan cheese, finely grated

→ Garnish

03 - Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled Brie into 16 triangular wedges, approximately 0.9 oz each, ensuring clean cuts by keeping the cheese well chilled.
02 - Place the Brie wedges upright on a serving platter with the pointed ends facing upward to resemble a mountain range.
03 - Generously dust the tops of the Brie wedges with finely grated Parmesan cheese to mimic fresh snow.
04 - Optionally, decorate the platter with fresh thyme sprigs to add a touch of greenery.
05 - Serve immediately alongside crackers or slices of baguette.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes ten minutes but looks like you spent an hour in the kitchen planning something beautiful.
  • The contrast of creamy Brie with crispy, salty Parmesan is genuinely addictive, not just visually clever.
02 -
  • Warm Brie won't cut properly—it'll crumble or tear, and your mountain falls apart before anyone even tastes it.
  • Dust with Parmesan just before serving, because it absorbs moisture from the cheese and can look sad if it sits too long.
03 -
  • Gently toast your Parmesan in a dry pan until golden, then cool completely before dusting—it adds a toasted nuttiness that elevates the whole thing.
  • Camembert and triple-cream work beautifully if you want to experiment, but Brie's balance of creaminess and mild flavor is really what makes this work.
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