Step 1

Preheat oven to 200C/180C fan-forced.

Step 2

Cut cob loaf crossways about 3cm from the top. Reserve lid. Remove centre of bread to create a hole the same size as the brie. Discard centre of bread (see note). Place cranberry sauce on the base and around sides of hole. Top with brie. Sprinkle with thyme. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Replace lid. Enclose in foil. Place on a baking tray. Bake for 35 minutes or until cheese has melted. Remove from oven. Stand 5 minutes. Remove and discard foil. Sprinkle with almonds and honey. Serve.