Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet pears and tangy blue cheese with this Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears Recipe. Ideal for both casual gatherings and sophisticated dinner parties, these stuffed pears are a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Each pear half is filled with a rich mixture of crumbled blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and a hint of honey, then baked until warm and melty. Drizzled with balsamic vinegar and garnished with fresh thyme, this dish not only impresses visually but also tantalizes the taste buds. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or dessert, these elegant bites are sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears
- 4 oz blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve and core the pears.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes; chop roughly.
- Mix blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and honey in a bowl.
- Stuff each pear half generously with the mixture.
- Drizzle with honey and balsamic vinegar; season with black pepper.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pear half (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg