DIY: Luxe Bacon + Brie Sandwich

Some furniture came in from France today, so we spent the entire day lugging everything around. I realized at around 3pm that I hadn't eaten anything all day, so I made a mad dash for the kitchen in search of food. I wanted something satisfying and fairly easy to put together. I was famished! Here's what I came up with; a bacon and brie sandwich with garlic aioli, dried parsley and a tiny splash of strawberry puree on crusty bread. Not only was it delicious, it was rich and satisfying. The bacon and brie made a nice salty-creamy symphony, the garlic aioli + parsley added an extra dose of richness and flavor. Finally, the strawberry added an unexpected twist. It's the culinary equivalent of a pop of color in an outfit. 

Luxe Bacon + Brie Sandwich

- 2 slices of crusty bread (pugliese, baguette, ciabatta; you want a harder bread)
-1 clove of garlic
-Triple Creme Brie (Cowgirl Creamery is my favorite)
-Bacon (cooked)
-Garlic Aioli (do Emeril's ultra simple recipe)
-Strawberry jam or fresh strawberries crushed and drizzled with red wine/balsamic vinegar
-Dried/fresh Parsley

Make aioli, set aside. Toast bread until slightly browned on edges. Rub garlic on the surface of each piece. Spread aioli on each slice. One one slice, layer the slices of bacon. On the other, spread the brie all over , drizzle with parsley and some strawberry jam.