Ingredients
- 4 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or Gorgonzola)
- 1/4 cup toasted and chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon for flavor enhancement
- Optional: Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the pears lengthwise and remove seeds to create a small cavity.
- Brush cut sides of pears with melted butter; sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
- Place pears cut-side up on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Remove from oven; fill cavities with blue cheese and walnuts.
- Drizzle honey and lemon juice over each pear half.
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes until the cheese melts slightly.
- Allow to cool briefly before serving; garnish with thyme if using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Choose ripe yet firm pears to ensure they hold their shape while baking. Experiment with different cheeses or add spices like nutmeg for variation. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
