Apricot-Pecan Brie Tarts

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   Bake pecans at 350 degrees in a shallow pan for 10 to 15 minutes or until

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   toasted; cool.

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   Remove rind from cheese; cut cheese into 24 cubes, and set aside.

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   Roll pasty into a 15- X 10 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface; cut into 24 squares. Fit squares into miniature muffin pans, extending corners slightly above cup rims.

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   Bake pastry at 425 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until it begins to brown. Remove from oven, and gently press handle of a wooden spoon in the center of each pastry, forming tart shells.

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   Spoon 1/2 tsp preserves into each shell; top with cheese cube and a pecan half. bake 5 more minutes or until cheese melts; serve immediately.

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   SUBSTITUTION suggestion from Daniel Brechin:

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   24 wine and cheese crackers may be substituted. Top each cracker with 1/2 tsp, cheese, and pecan half; place on baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 5

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   minutes or until cheese melts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.