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I make an appetizer using frozen filo cups filled with a layer of chopped proscuitto/green onion sauteed in olive oil and fig balsamic, then a layer of either brie or gorgonzola (I'm using brie this time because I already have gorgonzola on the menu), and topped with fig jam, then baked until the cheese melts. I want to make 90 ahead for a holiday party and freeze. I will add the jam at the last minute the day of the party. Any reason the brie wouldn't freeze well?
Thanks, Palma
 
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None that I can think of. I have done it before. The only thing I do if I freeze cheeses is that if it is a soft cheese I try to thaw out first whatever I am making so as not to cook the cheese too much while the dish is baking.
You might also try baking first and then freezing but I would guess the phyllo would not retain it's flaky texture then.
 
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Ummm, Palma, that sounds so gooood!

Come to our next Slowtrav GTG and bring some with you, please!

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Sure, sorry for the delay, I've been out of town.

Use frozen filo appetizer cups. Fill each half full with small amount of brie or gorgonzola. Saute chopped proscuitto with olive oil, a splash of balsamic vinegar (I use FIG balsamic), and a little rosemary. Fill cups with cooled proscuitto. (At this point you can freeze if making ahead) Top with fig preserves and bake at 350 for about 7 min. for cheese to melt. They are great to have in the freezer (just add jam).
I made 90 last week for upcoming holiday party in Dec.
Palma
 
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