Stuffed Pears with Blue Cheese
A decadently delicious dessert of ripe pears stuffed with a creamy blue cheese and walnut filling, drizzled with honey and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
For the stuffed pears
- 4 pieces Ripe Pears Choose pears that yield slightly when pressed.
- 100 grams Blue Cheese Select a creamy, high-quality blue cheese.
- 50 grams Chopped Walnuts Toasted for enhanced flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Honey For drizzling over the stuffed pears.
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Adds depth to the dish.
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper For added flavor.
- 4 sprigs Fresh Thyme For garnish and flavor pairing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice the pears in half and scoop out the cores, keeping stems if possible. Place cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine blue cheese, chopped walnuts, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix until walnuts are coated and cheese is slightly combined.
Assembly and Baking
- Stuff the pear halves with the cheese and walnut mixture, pressing gently to hold shape.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the stuffed pears and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until pears are tender and cheese is bubbly.
Serving
- Remove from oven and let stand for a minute. Drizzle with extra honey and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs. Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute honey with agave nectar or applesauce. For a dairy-free version, use vegan blue cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.