Sausage Baked Brie With Walnut

Sausage Baked Brie is that irresistible mix of savory and sweet that wins everyone over at gatherings. A creamy wheel of brie is covered with golden sausage, brown sugar, toasted walnuts, and fresh rosemary before bubbling up in the oven. There is never a bite left when I bring this to parties and it could not be easier to make.

I tried brie baked with jam for years but once I added sausage and herbs the whole flavor profile changed and now my family begs for it every Thanksgiving and game day.

Ingredients

• Butter: provides a rich base for browning sausage and helps prevent sticking to the pan go for good quality salted butter for best flavor
• Pork sausage: offers a savory meaty layer that contrasts the sweetness use a fresh sausage and if possible from a local butcher for great texture and taste
• Brown sugar: brings a gentle sweetness and helps create a glaze choose dark brown sugar if you want a richer molasses note
• Chopped walnuts: supply crunch and a nutty balance to creamy cheese buy fresh or toast them lightly in advance for extra depth
• Fresh chopped rosemary: infuses the sausage with aromatics choose sprigs that are deep green and fragrant
• Brie: is the creamy star of the show choose a whole round of brie from the cheese counter not pre-sliced so it bakes evenly
• Crostini for dipping: gives the perfect crunchy carrier for the gooey cheesy topping buy a good crusty baguette and toast slices yourself if you have time

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sauté the Sausage:

Melt butter in a saute pan over medium heat and add the pork sausage breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks make sure to stir and press down so all pink is gone and sausage is well browned with crispy bits forming this can take about ten to twelve minutes

Create the Topping Mixture:

Add brown sugar chopped walnuts and chopped rosemary to the browned sausage stir really well as the brown sugar will melt and coat the sausage the mixture should bubble and start to thicken as moisture evaporates keep stirring for about three to four minutes until glossy and syrupy

Prepare the Brie:

Score the top rind of the brie in a crosshatch pattern with a sharp knife do not cut through the sides this helps the topping soak into the cheese place the brie into a snug baking dish to keep everything contained as it bakes

Assemble and Bake:

Spoon the sausage topping evenly over the scored top of the brie use all those syrupy bits and nuts bake uncovered at four hundred degrees Fahrenheit for sixteen to eighteen minutes until the cheese is bubbling at the edges and the topping looks caramelized and sticky

Serve:

Transfer straight to the table with a spreader serve hot with plenty of crostini or pita chips the brie should be molten and the sausage mixture luxuriously gooey and crisp on top

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My favorite part is sneaking that first bite as soon as it comes out of the oven when the brie is lava hot under that sweet nutty sausage topping. One Thanksgiving our neighbors stopped by and finished off half the dish before dinner even started because it smelled so good.

Storage Tips

Leftover sausage baked brie keeps well in the fridge for up to three days. Make sure to cover tightly or store in an airtight container. To reheat for guests scoop any leftover brie and topping into a small baking dish and warm in a three hundred fifty degree oven just until melted again do not microwave as this can make cheese grainy.

Ingredient Substitutions

For a lighter version you can use turkey sausage in place of pork without losing flavor. Pecans or almonds work well if walnuts are not your thing. If you do not have brown sugar try a drizzle of honey or maple syrup as the sweetener. Dried thyme can be swapped in for rosemary in a pinch but fresh herbs really shine in this recipe.

Serving Suggestions

Bring this straight to the table on a rustic wooden board surrounded by crostini slices. It also pairs beautifully with crisp pear slices buttery crackers or even apple wedges for a lighter option. If you want to make it a meal try serving alongside a simple arugula salad with a zippy vinaigrette.

Cultural and Historical Context

Baked brie has French origins but this sausage topping is a playful twist on a classic party snack. The addition of sausage brown sugar and walnuts leans heavily on Southern influences where sweet and savory combinations are a staple at get-togethers. Over time this version has become a favorite because it satisfies both cheese lovers and those who crave a heartier appetizer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How should I cook the sausage for this dish?

Brown the sausage with butter in a sauté pan over medium heat until it's no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks.

→ What kind of brie works best?

Use a whole brie wheel, rind on, for the best melting and presentation results.

→ Can I use other nuts besides walnuts?

Pecans or almonds can be substituted for walnuts, though walnuts complement the flavors beautifully.

→ How do I know when the dish is ready?

Bake until the brie is melted and the sausage topping is bubbling, about 16–18 minutes.

→ What should I serve alongside?

Crostini or pita chips work perfectly for dipping into the hot, melty brie mixture.