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Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears Recipe

Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears

Elevate your dining experience with our Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears Recipe, where sweet and savory flavors harmoniously blend. This sophisticated dish features ripe pears beautifully filled with creamy blue cheese and crunchy walnuts, offering a delightful contrast in textures. Perfect as an appetizer or a light dessert, these stuffed pears are not only easy to prepare but also make an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a gourmet experience that will wow your guests and leave them asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe pears, halved and cored
  • 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
  • 1 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme sprigs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Halve the pears and remove the core to create space for the filling.
  3. Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant; chop into smaller pieces.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, and honey.
  5. Generously fill each pear half with the mixture.
  6. Drizzle each pear with honey and balsamic vinegar; season with ground black pepper.
  7. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until tender and cheese is melted.
  8. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs before serving warm.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pear half (85g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use ripe pears that yield slightly when pressed for ultimate sweetness. Feel free to customize by adding dried fruits like cranberries or apricots for added flavor.

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