A beautifully balanced dish that combines warm, tender pears with bursts of berries, creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of golden honey. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or a sophisticated dessert.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored 🍐
- ½ cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries) 🍓
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped 🌰
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese 🧀
- 2 tbsp honey 🍯
- 1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for extra richness) 🧈
- Fresh thyme or mint for garnish (optional) 🌿
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a small baking dish with parchment paper.
- Prepare the pears:
Slice the pears in half lengthwise and scoop out a small cavity in the center using a spoon or melon baller. - Assemble the filling:
Place the pears cut-side up in the baking dish. Fill the center of each pear with a mix of berries and chopped walnuts. Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese. - Drizzle with honey:
Lightly drizzle each pear with honey and melted butter (if using). - Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the pears are tender and the cheese is slightly melted. - Serve warm:
Garnish with fresh thyme or mint if desired. Serve as a warm appetizer, elegant side, or even as a savory dessert.
A stunning dish with complex flavors—perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or a cozy night in. 😋🔥🍐🧀🍯✨
Let me know if you’d like a version without cheese or with a different nut or sweetener!