Fig & Toasted Almond Brie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons water (more may be added if desired)
6 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
1 (14 ounce) brie cheese (4 1/4-inch diameter)
1/2 cup toasted almond
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
Heat brown sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat until sugar is completely dissolved.
Add figs and vanilla, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds and vanilla.
Place brie wheel in a baking dish, and pour fig mixture over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until softened but not melted. Serve with water crackers.