Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
A sophisticated appetizer that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the rich tanginess of blue cheese, finished with honey, walnuts, and balsamic vinegar.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
For the Stuffing
- 1 tablespoon honey plus extra for topping
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Pears
- 4 pieces ripe pears, halved and cored choose ripe but firm pears
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the pears in half and carefully remove the cores.
- Arrange the pear halves on a baking sheet with the cut sides facing up.
Filling
- In a small bowl, stir together crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, and honey.
- Generously spoon the blue cheese mixture into the hollows of each pear.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the stuffed pears and sprinkle with ground black pepper.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the pears are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Finish with an extra drizzle of honey and fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C). Experiment with different types of cheese and nuts to personalize the flavor.