Roasted Apricots with Goat Cheese, Bacon, and Honey

 

4 ounces creamy goat cheese

2 T. honey, plus more for garnish

1/2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme

8 apricots, halved and pitted

1 T. olive oil

4 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled

 

Preheat the oven to 350°F.  In a small bowl, mix together the goat cheese, honey, and thyme until well combined. Place the goat cheese mixture in a pastry bag with piping tip, or a zip-top bag with one corner cut to pipe out the cheese. Reserve. Place the apricot halves on a baking sheet and brush them with olive oil. Bake the apricots in the oven for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the apricots are slightly soft but not falling apart. Remove the apricots from the oven and set them on a platter. Pipe a tsp. or two of goat cheese into the center of each apricot. Sprinkle with bacon pieces and then drizzle with additional honey. Serve immediately.