Caramelized Pears with Blue Cheese
A delightful dish that balances sweetness and savory flavors, featuring tender, caramelized pears paired with creamy blue cheese.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
For the caramelized pears
- 3 pieces ripe but firm pears, halved and cored Use Bosc or Anjou pears for the best results.
- 1 tbsp butter, melted For brushing the pears.
- 1 tbsp honey Added for sweetness and glaze.
For the cheese filling
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled Or substitute with goat cheese for a milder flavor.
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option.
- 1 tbsp honey For sweetness in the filling.
- 1/2 tsp black pepper Adds a bit of spice.
For topping and garnishing
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted Provides a crunchy texture.
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze For drizzling over the pears.
- 1 tbsp honey Additional sweetness.
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the cut sides of the halved, cored pears with melted butter and honey, then place them in a baking dish.
Cooking
- Roast the pears for about 20 minutes or until they are golden and tender.
- While the pears are roasting, combine crumbled blue cheese, softened cream cheese, honey, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for about 2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Once the pears are ready, fill each pear with the blue cheese mixture, sprinkle with toasted walnuts, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and add a touch of honey.
Serving
- Serve warm as an appetizer or a unique dessert, garnished with fresh rosemary.
Notes
Feel free to add a sprinkle of cinnamon for warmth, or substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different texture.