Garlic Herb Sourdough Stuffed with Brie and Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

For the Sourdough Bread:

• 1 round sourdough loaf (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup Brie cheese, cut into slices or cubes
• 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Sourdough:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Bread: Place the sourdough loaf on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut the top off the loaf and reserve it. Then, cut diagonal lines into the bread (do not cut all the way through) to create a crosshatch pattern. Make sure to create cubes of about 1-2 inches wide, ensuring they’re connected at the bottom.

Make the Filling:

3. Sauté Garlic and Herbs: In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the rosemary and thyme, cooking for an additional minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. Combine Filling Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the sautéed garlic and herb mixture with the cranberry sauce. Stir to mix well.

Stuff the Bread:

5. Stuff the Loaf: Gently pull apart the squares in the bread and stuff each opening with a piece of Brie cheese and a spoonful of the cranberry herb mixture. Make sure to fill all the cuts for maximum flavor.

Bake:

6. Cover and Bake: Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet. Replace the top of the bread (if using) or keep it open-faced. Cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Bake for 20 minutes.
7. Finish Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve:

8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly before serving. Pull apart pieces of the stuffed sourdough with your fingers, enjoying the gooey Brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce.

Tips:

• Feel free to add other ingredients like chopped nuts or extra herbs based on your preference.
• This dish can also be served with a side of additional cranberry sauce for dipping.

Enjoy your savory and delicious Garlic Herb Sourdough Stuffed with Brie and Cranberry Sauce!