Baked Pears with Blue Cheese and Honey

 Baked Pears with Blue Cheese and Honey 



Ingredients:

4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored

1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional: Chopped walnuts for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Pears:

Cut the pears in half and scoop out the core with a melon baller or spoon to create a small well in each pear half.

3. Assemble the Pears:

Place the pear halves in a baking dish, cut side up.

Drizzle each pear half with a little olive oil.

Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese into the hollow of each pear.

4. Bake the Pears:

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pears are tender but still hold their shape, and the blue cheese is slightly melted.

5. Finish with Honey and Thyme:

Remove the pears from the oven and drizzle with honey.

Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, and season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

6. Optional Garnish:

If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top for extra texture and flavor.

7. Serve:

Serve warm as a savory appetizer or light dessert.

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