Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears (Print)
Juicy pears filled with blue cheese, walnuts, honey, and herbs for a sophisticated appetizer or snack.
# Ingredients:
→ Pears
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4 ripe pears, halved lengthwise and cored
→ Cheese Filling
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120 grams blue cheese, crumbled
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28 grams walnuts, chopped and toasted
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1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling
→ Seasoning and Garnish
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Slice the pears in half lengthwise and remove the cores using a melon baller or spoon. Arrange the pear halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, toasted chopped walnuts, and 1 tablespoon honey. Stir until the mixture is fully blended.
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Spoon the cheese mixture into the center of each pear half, gently pressing to pack the filling.
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Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the filled pears and sprinkle with ground black pepper. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pears are tender and the cheese is bubbling.
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Remove the pears from the oven. Drizzle with extra honey and garnish each half with fresh thyme sprigs. Serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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Select pears that are ripe yet still firm for optimal texture. Adding a few crumbles of goat cheese can deepen the flavor of the filling. This dish can be served warm or chilled.