Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Elevate your dining experience with our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey recipe—a delightful dish that balances the rich sweetness of pears with the creamy tang of blue cheese. The crunchy walnuts add an irresistible texture, while the honey drizzle brings it all together in a beautiful harmony of flavors. Whether served as an appetizer or dessert, this dish is simple to prepare and makes a stunning presentation for any occasion. Impress your guests with this elegant yet easy-to-make gourmet treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 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 unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (Gorgonzola for a milder flavor)
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and halve the pears lengthwise and remove the core.
- Place the pear halves cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush generously with melted butter.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over each pear half and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before topping with blue cheese and walnuts while still warm. Drizzle with additional honey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (85g)
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg