Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
A delicious and visually appealing dish featuring juicy pears stuffed with creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and drizzled with honey and balsamic vinegar, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
Stuffing ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus extra for topping) Adds sweetness that complements the savory blue cheese.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Enhances flavor.
- 4 pieces ripe pears, halved and cored The main ingredient providing sweetness.
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Provides richness and bold flavor.
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Balances the sweetness of the pears.
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped Offers a delightful crunch.
- 1 sprig fresh thyme For garnish, adds aroma.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the pears in half and scoop out the cores to create wells for the filling. Place them cut side up on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the blue cheese, chopped walnuts, and honey until well combined.
- Generously spoon the blue cheese mixture into each pear half, allowing it to overflow slightly.
- Drizzle the stuffed pears with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle extra honey over the baked pears and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
Consider using goat cheese or creamy feta instead of blue cheese. Lightly toasting walnuts enhances their flavor. You can prepare the stuffed pears ahead and store them in the fridge before baking.