Cheeseburger Wellington

6 ounces frozen puff pastry 1 slice bacon, cut in half 8 ounces ground beef salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste cayenne pepper to taste ½ ounce sharp Cheddar cheese 1 large egg

Place bacon in a large cold skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Drain bacon fat and wipe the pan, but do not cle…