Brie And Leek Sandwiches

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   Preheat the oven to 375*F.

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   Trim the crusts from the bread slcies and lay them on 2 baking sheets in a single layer.

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   Drizzle with 3 tbls.

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   of the olive oil.

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   Bake until crisp and golden-5 to 7 minutes.

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   Remove from the oven and rub one side of each slice with the cut side of the garlic.

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   Heat the remaining tbls.

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   of olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat.

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   Add the leeks, sugar, salt, and pepper, stir to coat, and saute until lightly browned-about 5 minutes.

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    Add the water, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until soft-about 10 minutes more.

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    Set aside.

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    Spread each slice of toast on the garlic-coated side with an equal amount of brie, discarding the rind.

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    Cut each slice in half to form 2 rectangles.

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    Lay the leeks on one half and top with the other half.

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    (If desired, cut in half again to form squares.) Place on a baking sheet.

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    *Atthis point the sandwiches can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for up to 8 hours.

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    Bake, uncovered, until the cheese is melted-3 to 4 minutes from room temperature, 5 to 6 minutes from the refrigerator.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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