Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Experience the delightful combination of sweet and savory with our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey Recipe. This elegant dish is perfect for any occasion, whether as a sophisticated appetizer or a charming dessert. The roasted pears become tender and caramelized, pairing beautifully with the tangy blue cheese and crunchy walnuts. Finished with a drizzle of honey, this recipe showcases seasonal fruits while being easy enough for weeknight dinners. Impress your guests or treat yourself with this gourmet delight that balances flavors wonderfully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and halve the pears, removing the core, then place them cut side up in a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, honey, and cinnamon if desired; drizzle this mixture over the pears.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese and chopped walnuts on top of each pear half.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm; drizzle additional honey on top and garnish with thyme if using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg