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Baked Pears with Gorgonzola Walnuts & Honey

Gorgonzola, pears and walnuts are a match in heaven. These pears are an easy and elegant appetizer for any occasion.

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Cooking Method
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins
Cooking Temp 200  C
Servings 4
Best Season Summer
Ingredients
  • 2 Bosc Pears
  • Olive Oil
  • Gorgonzola (or Blue Cheese, crumbled)
  • Walnuts (chopped)
  • Sprigs Fresh Thyme (removed from the stem)
  • Honey
  • Salt & Pepper
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 200C/400F.

  2. Slice the pears in half lengthwise and remove the core and seeds. Place in a baking dish, cut side up.

  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Turn the pears cut side down.

  4. Transfer the pears to the oven and bake for 15 minutes.

  5. Remove the pears, turn them over and stuff with walnuts, gorgonzola and thyme

  6. Place back in the oven for a few minutes, until the cheese has slightly melted.

  7. When the pears are ready, transfer to a platter or plates and drizzle with honey.

  8. Enjoy!