Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts and Honey
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey. This elegant dish marries the sweetness of ripe pears with the tangy richness of blue cheese, complemented by crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of honey. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also creates a gourmet experience that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or Gorgonzola)
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and cut pears in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds while keeping skins on.
- Combine melted butter, honey, lemon juice, and optional cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Place pear halves cut-side-up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; brush generously with honey-butter mixture.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle blue cheese and walnuts over each pear half; return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Drizzle with extra honey if desired and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (75g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg