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I don't believe we have ever posted a recipe here (bachelor cooking is really more of a lifestyle). In this brief lull before politics heats back up, heat your oven to 300 degrees and whip up my favorite appetizer.

Baked Brie with Apple Chutney

Apple Chutney

1 lb Granny Smith apples
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons onion, diced
2 teaspoons fresh jalapeños, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon, allspice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/3 cup raisins
pinch of salt

Peel and quarter apples. Slice in 1/4 inch slices. Combine apples and remaining ingredients in a large stock pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes.

Assembly

2 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 tablespoons medium pecan pieces
8 ounce Brie
1 baguette
1 recipe Apple Chutney

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Place pecans and almonds in a pie pan and toast in the oven for 10 minutes. Carefully scrape the layer of powder from the top of the Brie. Place Brie in a pie pan and heat in 300 degree oven for 10 minutes. Slice baguette into 1/2 inch thick rounds. Remove Brie from oven and transfer to a serving plate. Sprinkle with nuts. Serve with baguette slices and apple chutney.