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Take out the pastry to defrost, this will be the most time consuming step.
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Once it is defrosted, roll the dough out to more of a round shape.
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I do this right on the cookie sheet that I am going to cook it on.
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I also like to have a layer of parchment paper so that it won't stick later.
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Preheat the oven to 400.
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Once the dough is rolled out, spread the preserves lightly on the entire surface.
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You may not use all the preserves, it should be just a thin coating.
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Cut the rind off the top of the brie only.
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Place the brie in the center of the pastry.
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Use a knife to break the almonds.
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In a pan heat them with the butter for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Layer the brown sugar on top of the brie.
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Place the nuts on top and finish off with the cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Fold the pastry up around the brie, not pulling to make holes.
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Squeeze the pastry together, using wet hands or extra preserves to help it stick.
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Beat one egg with a little water to make an egg wash.
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Brush the egg onto the pastry all over.
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Place the brie in the oven for 20 minutes.
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Check on it at this time, some ovens need a few extra minutes to give it a nice golden color.
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Serve with crackers or without.
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I have used this as a stand in for cheese and crackers and as a side dish for beef stew, and both times every bite disapeared.
