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Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears – A Sophisticated Sweet-Savory Starter

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Sophisticated baked pears stuffed with creamy blue cheese and toasted nuts, finished with a drizzle of honey or balsamic. A refined appetizer or light dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe pears (Bosc, Anjou, or Comice)

  • 3–4 oz blue cheese (Gorgonzola, Roquefort, Stilton)

  • 1–2 tbsp mascarpone or cream cheese (optional)

  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans

  • 1 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze

  • Fresh thyme or herbs for garnish

  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking dish with parchment.

  2. Halve pears, scoop out seeds, and trim bottoms to sit flat.

  3. Toast nuts in a skillet for 3–5 minutes until fragrant.

  4. Mix blue cheese with mascarpone if using. Add black pepper.

  5. Fill each pear half with cheese mixture. Top with nuts.

  6. Bake 15–20 minutes until pears are just tender and cheese softens.

  7. Drizzle with honey or balsamic. Garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Serve warm or chilled.

  • Use vegan cheese and skip nuts for dietary needs.

  • Pair with salad or bread for a light meal.

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