Baked Pears with Berries


 Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese 

These Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese are a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. This dish is perfect as a sophisticated dessert or a unique appetizer for any occasion.


Ingredients:

4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored

1/4 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)

1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

2 tablespoons honey

1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:


Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Pears:


Cut the pears in half and remove the core using a spoon or melon baller to create a small hollow in each half. Place the pear halves in the prepared baking dish, cut side up.

3. Add the Toppings:


Drizzle the pears with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Fill the hollow of each pear with a mixture of berries and chopped walnuts.

Drizzle honey over the filled pears.

4. Bake the Pears:


Bake the pears in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork but still holding their shape.

5. Add Blue Cheese:


Remove the pears from the oven and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the top of each pear half.

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, just until the blue cheese begins to melt slightly.

6. Serve:


Once baked, drizzle the pears with a little extra honey for added sweetness.

Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary (optional) and serve warm.

Details:

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Total Time: 35-40 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Tips:

You can substitute the blue cheese with goat cheese if you prefer a milder flavor.

Try adding a sprinkle of sea salt or a dash of balsamic glaze to enhance the sweet and savory combination.

Serve the baked pears with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

These Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese are a perfect harmony of flavors—ideal for a seasonal treat!

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