Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Honey
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and savory with our Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Honey Recipe. This sophisticated dish features ripe pears roasted to perfection, topped with creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a delectable dessert, it’s a celebration of seasonal flavors that will impress your guests and elevate any dining experience. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for both special occasions and casual gatherings.
- 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
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and dry the pears; cut in half lengthwise and remove the core.
- Place pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, honey, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Pour over pears.
- Top each pear half with crumbled blue cheese and chopped walnuts.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden brown. Drizzle with extra honey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (about 90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg