Aged Cheddar & Apple Tart

Directions

1. Pastry: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the puff pastry into 6 rectangles. Use a spoon to create a well in the middle, leaving ¼-inch of pastry around the edges. Use a fork to poke holes in the centre of the well to help it bake evenly.
2. Filling: In a bowl, combine apple slices with lemon juice, thyme and salt. Set aside.
3. Spread 2 tablespoons of the mascarpone cheese onto the puff pastry, keeping ¼-inch away from the edge.
4. Divide the cheddar cheese evenly between the puff pastry rectangles, then top with 4 slices of apples. Spread ½ tablespoon of fig spread over apples.
5. Brush the edges of tarts with egg yolk. Bake for 20 minutes.
6. Garnish: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme