Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
A scrumptious dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the rich, tangy appeal of blue cheese, perfect as an appetizer or addition to salads.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 tablespoon honey Plus extra for topping
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- Fresh thyme sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
For the pears
- 4 pieces ripe pears, halved and cored Choose firm pears to ensure they hold up during baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the pears in half and carefully remove their cores.
- Arrange the pears on a baking sheet with the cut sides facing up.
Filling
- In a small bowl, blend the crumbled blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and honey together.
- Fill the hollowed pears with the cheese mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over each pear half and sprinkle with black pepper.
Baking
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the pears are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Finish with an extra drizzle of honey and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
Experiment with different types of cheese, add breadcrumbs for texture, serve warm for creaminess, and try variations with different nuts or fruits.