Description

Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears offer a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures perfect for an elegant appetizer or salad. Ripe but firm pears are hollowed out and filled with a creamy mixture of crumbled blue cheese, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs, then drizzled with honey for a touch of natural sweetness. This easy recipe can be served fresh or warmed for a comforting variation.

Ingredients

Scale

Pears and Core

3 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
Lemon juice (to prevent browning)

Filling

½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or chopped fresh rosemary (optional)

Finishing

2 tablespoons honey
Arugula or mixed greens for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare Pears: Slice pears in half lengthwise and carefully remove the cores using a spoon or melon baller to create a small well in the center. Lightly brush the cut sides with lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, toasted chopped walnuts or pecans, and fresh herbs if using. Mix gently to evenly incorporate the ingredients.
Stuff Pears: Spoon the blue cheese and nut mixture into the hollowed centers of each pear half, ensuring an even distribution of filling.
Drizzle with Honey: Lightly drizzle honey over the stuffed pears to add a subtle sweetness that complements the savory filling.
Serve: Arrange the pears on a serving platter, optionally over a bed of arugula or mixed greens for color and contrast. Serve immediately for a fresh, no-cook version.
Optional Warm Version: For a warm variation, place the stuffed pears on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until the pears soften slightly and the cheese melts a little. Serve warm as an appetizer or elegant dessert.

Notes

To prevent pears from browning, brush the cut surfaces immediately with lemon juice.
For a nut-free variation, omit the walnuts or pecans and increase the amount of blue cheese slightly.
The warm version enhances the flavors and softens the pears, making it suitable for cooler weather.
Blue cheese varieties such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola, or Stilton can be used based on preference.
Serve over arugula or mixed greens for a refreshing contrast and added color.