Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pears
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4 ripe pears, halved and cored
→ Cheese Filling
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4.25 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
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1 ounce walnuts, chopped and toasted
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1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling
→ Seasoning and Garnish
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Slice pears in half lengthwise and remove cores with a melon baller or spoon. Place pear halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
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In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled blue cheese, toasted chopped walnuts, and 1 tablespoon honey. Mix until fully blended.
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Spoon the cheese mixture into the center of each pear half, pressing gently to pack the filling.
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Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the stuffed pears and sprinkle with ground black pepper. Bake for 20–25 minutes until pears are tender and cheese is bubbling.
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Remove from the oven. Drizzle pears with additional honey and garnish each half with fresh thyme sprigs. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, choose pears that are ripe but still firm to the touch. A few crumbles of goat cheese can enhance the depth of the filling. Delicious served either warm or chilled.