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Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears Recipe

Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears Recipe for a Gourmet Treat

Delightful elegant blue cheese stuffed pears recipe makes a gourmet treat perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pears
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Gourmet
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 pieces Ripe Pears (Bosc or Anjou) Provides natural sweetness and juiciness; use firm pears to maintain shape
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Blue Cheese, crumbled Adds rich and tangy flavor
  • 1 cup Walnuts, chopped Toast for enhanced flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Offers natural sweetness
For Baking
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Drizzle over pears before baking

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash pears under cool running water, slice in half lengthwise, and remove cores while keeping halves intact.
  2. Toast chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes until golden.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and honey; mix until well combined.
  4. Fill hollowed-out pear halves with the blue cheese mixture, pressing gently.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), place stuffed pears in a baking dish, drizzle with honey, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pearCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use firm pears for best results and watch to avoid overbaking. These pears can be served warm or at room temperature for best flavor.

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