Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Elevate your weeknight dinners or special occasions with our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey Recipe. This gourmet dish combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the creamy richness of blue cheese, all topped off with crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of honey. Perfect for impressing guests as an elegant appetizer or a light dessert, this recipe is incredibly easy to prepare. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a stunning dish that celebrates seasonal fruits and delights the palate. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite—your taste buds will thank you!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 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 and slice pears in half lengthwise; remove the core.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, honey, lemon juice, and cinnamon if using. Brush this mixture over each pear half.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese and chopped walnuts on top of each pear half.
- Place pears cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Drizzle with additional honey before serving; garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (85g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg