Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese & Walnuts

Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese & Walnuts

Ingredients (serves 2–4):

2 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Anjou work great)

1–2 tsp olive oil or butter

60g (about 2 oz) blue cheese (Gorgonzola, Roquefort, or Stilton)

¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped

Optional: honey or balsamic glaze, for drizzling

Optional: fresh thyme or arugula, for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the pears:

Cut pears in half lengthwise.

Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the core and seeds.

Lightly brush the cut sides with olive oil or melted

Roast:

Place pears cut-side up in a baking dish.

Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until tender but still holding their shape.

Add cheese and nuts:

Remove pears from the oven.

Fill the hollowed centers with a spoonful of blue cheese.

Sprinkle walnuts on top.

Return to the oven for another 5–7 minutes, just until the cheese is melty and the nuts are lightly toasted.

Finish:

Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze (optional).

Garnish with a few thyme leaves or serve on a bed of arugula for contrast.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm as a starter, salad, or even a light dessert.

Pairs beautifully with white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a chilled Port if you’re doing it as a dessert.