Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Honey
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey Recipe. This elegant dish combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the savory tang of blue cheese, complemented by crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of honey. Perfect for any occasion, it can be served as a sophisticated appetizer or a delightful dessert. Easy to prepare yet visually stunning, these roasted pears are sure to impress your guests while celebrating seasonal produce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- 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, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and dry the pears; cut each in half lengthwise and remove the core.
- Arrange pear halves cut-side up on a lined baking sheet. Brush with melted butter and drizzle with lemon juice; sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While roasting, mix blue cheese, walnuts, and honey in a bowl.
- Remove pears from the oven; top each half with the cheese mixture and drizzle with additional honey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg