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Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears

Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears: A Sweet, Savory Delight You’ll Love

Discover the delight of Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears, an elegant appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 2 medium ripe pears Choose pears that yield to gentle pressure.
For the Filling
  • 100 grams crumbled blue cheese Tangy and creamy.
  • 50 grams chopped walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Prevents browning.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Use sea salt for gourmet flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Freshly ground.
For Drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can be substituted with maple syrup.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  2. Slice the medium ripe pears in half lengthwise, and scoop out the core with a spoon.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  4. Generously spoon the blue cheese mixture into the cavity of each pear half.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  5. Drizzle a bit of honey over the top of each stuffed half.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  6. Place your stuffed pears in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
  7. Once baked, let the pears cool for a few minutes before serving.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve on a bed of arugula or mixed greens for an elegant presentation.

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