Melted Cheese and Herb Puff Pastry
Dive into the world of convivial recipes with this melted cheese and herb puff pastry, the ultimate appetizer or starter for your meals with friends or family. Imagine a puff pastry perfectly golden and crispy, hiding a generous, creamy, flowing cheese heart with a subtle hint of fresh thyme. This simple and perfect combination of textures and flavors will delight your guests. The recipe is deceptively simple: only 15 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking for a spectacular result. Follow our tips for an artistic fold that will let the cheese melt delicately without escaping. Served hot, this puff pastry is enjoyed with toasted baguette slices or crackers, and pairs wonderfully with a fruity red wine or dry cider. An easy, quick, and always appreciated recipe for moments of pure culinary happiness!
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- 1
Remove the cheese from its packaging. To firm it up slightly if needed, place it in the freezer for 10 min. Score the top of the rind in a cross shape. Preheat the oven to 190°C with the baking sheet inside.
- 2
Unroll the puff pastry on a floured surface or parchment paper. Place the cheese in the center. Sprinkle half the thyme leaves over the cheese. Pepper if desired.
- 3
Fold the edges of the pastry towards the center to wrap the cheese, forming loose, irregular folds like a rustic parcel. Pinch the edges well to seal.
- 4
Transfer the pastry (with its paper) onto the hot baking sheet. Brush all visible pastry with the beaten egg. Bake for 20-25 min until golden and the cheese is visibly melted.
- 5
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 min. Sprinkle with fleur de sel and garnish with the remaining thyme. Serve immediately with bread or crackers.
- Use an all-butter puff pastry for optimal taste and flakiness.
- Choose a well-ripened cheese that is not too runny at room temperature; a 'medium' Brie or Camembert is perfect.
- Make loose folds to allow the pastry to puff up and prevent the cheese from bursting.
- Monitor the baking from 18 minutes as ovens vary.
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