Description
A sophisticated yet simple dessert or appetizer featuring warm, tender roasted pears topped with creamy blue cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, honey, and cinnamon. Brush generously over pears.
- Roast pears for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Top each pear half with blue cheese and walnuts.
- Garnish with thyme if desired. Serve warm as an appetizer or dessert.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American