Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and savory with our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey Recipe. This elegant dish combines warm, caramelized pears with creamy blue cheese and crunchy walnuts for a gourmet experience that is both visually stunning and easy to prepare. Perfect as an appetizer or a unique dessert, these roasted pears are sure to impress at any gathering or cozy family dinner. With a mix of textures and flavors, it’s a dish everyone will love. Let’s get cooking!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (or Gorgonzola for milder flavor)
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the pears and slice them in half lengthwise; core them.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with lemon juice and brush over the pears.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese and chopped walnuts on top of each pear half.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- Drizzle extra honey over warm pears before serving, adding an optional sprinkle of fresh thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (85g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg