Choose a well-aged Camembert : neither too dry nor too runny for an ideal texture.
Adjust the intensity of the chili pepper to suit your audience (from mild to hot chili pepper as desired).
Consider the presentation : serve on a board with some dried fruit, nuts or even apple slices for an autumnal platter.
For a more varied aperitif : accompany with grilled vegetables, breadsticks, or small homemade crackers.
Anticipation : the preparation can be done in advance (up to the cooking stage), you will just need to put the cheese in the oven at the desired time.
“Brunch” idea : Serve with scrambled eggs, rocket salad and a glass of dry cider for a 100% French brunch.

Service ideas and variations

Festive version : Add roasted hazelnuts, a few dried figs or a dash of aged balsamic vinegar.
Barbecued Camembert : Place the closed box on the grill for a “braised Camembert” version to share outdoors.
Elegant accompaniment : Offer some fresh fruit (grapes, pears, apples, apricots) and cured ham.
For children : Reduce the garlic and chili, and serve with toasted bread.
For a cocktail party : Offer several small individual Camemberts, each flavored differently (honey-fig, herbs of Provence, sundried tomatoes…).
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