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Baked Camembert

During the winter festivities most of us throw or go to several parties so it's good to know a few easy and delicious recipes that you can serve at yours or take along as a gift. Baked Camembert is one of those people-pleaser dishes that can be shared and enjoyed with friends. This version is baked with rosemary and garlic, but you can make it with thyme too. As to serving it - gherkins, crudities, garlic bread, bread-sticks and tortilla chips are perfect for dipping.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: French
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole Camembert in its box
  • 1 long rosemary sprigs or 3 sprigs of thyme
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or Kirsch/Vermouth/white wine
  • To serve: honey optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Remove the wax paper and return the cheese to its box.
  2. Slice the garlic. Cut the herbs into 2-3 cm batons.
  3. Score the rind with a knife in half a dozen places and push the herbs and a sliver of garlic into each cut. Drizzle the top with a little oil or the alcohol. Put on the lid and place the cheese in an ovenproof dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until melted.
  4. Remove the lid and drizzle with some the honey if you'd like a bit of sweetness.
  5. Serve warm.