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Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears

Delicious Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears for Elegant Appetizers

Elevate your appetizer game with these Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears, combining sweet pears, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 2 pcs Pears Choose ripe but firm varieties like Bartlett or Anjou for the best texture.
For the Filling
  • 4 oz Blue Cheese Feel free to substitute with feta for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts Adds a delightful crunch; pecans are a great swap or simply omit for a nut-free version.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the flavor profile, perfectly balancing the richness of the blue cheese.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential seasoning to elevate all the flavors in the filling.
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper Essential seasoning to elevate all the flavors in the filling.
For the Drizzle
  • 2 tbsp Honey You can replace it with maple syrup or agave for a different twist.
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup Arugula or Mixed Greens Creates a fresh bed for serving, enhancing both presentation and flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the pears and slice them in half lengthwise, scooping out the core and seeds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
  4. Spoon the blue cheese mixture generously into the hollowed cavities of each pear half.
  5. Drizzle honey over each filled pear for the perfect sweetness.
  6. Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  7. Serve warm on a bed of arugula or mixed greens, with additional honey drizzle if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears are best enjoyed fresh. Consider prepping the filling ahead of time and stuffing just before serving.

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