Brie Cheese

Keep brie in its original wrapper or well-wrapped in parchment and plastic. Store on a shelf (not the coldest part) of your fridge. Remove from cold 30 minutes before serving to enjoy its creamy texture and full flavor.

Serve at room temperature for the best taste and texture—cold brie tastes flat and rubbery.

To tell if brie is ripe, gently press the center; it should yield slightly but hold its shape.

Pair with crusty bread, crackers, fresh fruit (apple, pear, grapes), or jam.

Bake whole brie in the oven (375°F, 10–12 minutes) and serve with nuts or honey for an elegant appetizer.

Crackers, crusty bread, or crostini

Fresh fruit: apple slices, pear, grapes, figs

Honey, fig jam, or apple compote

Nuts: almonds, walnuts, pistachios

Cured meats: prosciutto, salami

Light wines: Pinot Noir, Riesling, Champagne

Serving it straight from the fridge—letting it warm to room temperature dramatically improves flavor and creaminess.

Overcooking brie; it can separate and become greasy if heated too long.

Cutting off and discarding the rind; it's edible and integral to the cheese's structure and taste.