Camembert and Bacon Puff Pastry

Instructions:
Preparation
Oven Preheating:
Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).
Preparing the Pastry:
Unroll the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Arrange the Camembert slices in the center of the pastry, leaving a 2-3 cm border around the edges.
Cooking the Bacon:
In a pan, fry the smoked bacon until golden brown and crispy.
Drain off excess fat.
Spread the bacon over the Camembert slices. Assembly:
Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with ground black pepper.
Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the Camembert and bacon, forming a scalloped edge.
Egg Wash:
Brush the puff pastry with the beaten egg for a nice golden brown.
Oven Bake:
Bake in a preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Finishing
Filling:
Garnish with fresh thyme before serving warm, if desired.
Serving Instructions
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Baking Time: 20-25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 per serving
Preparation Instructions:
For an even richer flavor, use mature Camembert.
You can substitute bacon for the smoked bacon for a different variation.