Description
A delightful balance of sweet roasted pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts – perfect as an appetizer or light dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/3 cup walnut halves, toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut pears in half lengthwise and use a melon baller or small spoon to core them, creating a small hollow.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, salt, and pepper. Brush the mixture over the cut sides of the pears.
- Place pears cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle blue cheese and chopped walnuts into the hollow of each pear half.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese softens.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American