Camembert Pull-Apart Bread — Say Cheese!

We are taking a loaf of sourdough and transforming it into something truly extraordinary. This Camembert pull-apart bread is the kind of dish that stops conversation the moment it arrives at the table and starts it up again immediately.

As the bread bakes, the cheese oozes out into every crevice, creating a melted, golden spectacle that your guests will flock to. There is something magical about breaking bread together, and this recipe adds a touch of real indulgence to any occasion — whether it is a Shavuot feast, a Friday night starter, or simply a weekend treat.

Get creative with your fillings, experiment with flavours, and watch as everyone reaches in for another pull.

Bon appétit and Chag Sameach!

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of sourdough bread, sliced thickly widthways without cutting all the way through

• 1 wheel of Camembert cheese

• ½ bunch of fresh thyme

• Extra virgin olive oil, to brush

  
  

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

2. Grease a large tray and line with baking paper.

3. Cut a circle out of the top of the bread to fit the Camembert snugly — use the base of the cheese box lid as a guide — and scoop out enough bread to create a well.

4. Brush the inside with olive oil and slot the Camembert into the hole.

5. Push fresh thyme leaves in between each slice of bread.

6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is oozing.

7. Serve immediately. Tear slices of bread away to dip and scoop out the melted cheese from the centre.