Best 8 Pear And Cheese Toast Recipes

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Pear and cheese toast is an elegant yet straightforward dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the creamy, salty flavors of cheese. This culinary delight offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it perfect as a light lunch, an appetizer, or even a fancy breakfast. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this accessible recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and those of your guests.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESE AND PEARS ON TOAST



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Make the subtle flavour of pears the star with these quick, creamy cottage cheese toasts

Provided by Co-op

Categories     ['Lunch']

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 canned pear halves, drained and sliced
2 Co-op crusty rolls
2 tsp Co-op clear honey
250g Co-op cottage cheese

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tsp butter in a frying pan and cook the pears on a low heat for 2 mins
  • Add the honey and cook until the pears have caramelised on both sides
  • Meanwhile, toast the cut side of the rolls
  • Spread the cottage cheese on each half, put the pears on top and drizzle with the pan juices to serve

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories

GORGONZOLA-PEAR TOASTS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 40 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 baguette, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 8-ounce package cream cheese
4 ounces crumbled gorgonzola cheese
2 15-ounce cans sliced pears in juice, drained
1/2 cup candied pecans, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly brush 1 side of each baguette slice with olive oil. Place the slices on a baking sheet and toast 5 to 7 minutes, or just until beginning to brown. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and gorgonzola cheese, stirring until well mixed. Spread the toasts with the cheese mixture. Top with the pear slices and chopped candied pecans. Sprinkle with the parsley.

CHEESE TOAST WITH PEARS RECIPE:



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Provided by What's Cooking America

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Slices of artesian sourdough bread (with jalapeño*)
Slices of English Coastal Cheddar Cheese (or sharp Cheddar Cheese)
Aleppo pepper flakes**
Red pears ((such as Anjou or Bartlett), sliced)

Steps:

  • Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Place the bread slices on the hot pot or griddle and toast lightly on just one side.
  • Flip the bread over, place the cheese slices on top of the toasted side and sprinkle with Aleppo red pepper flakes. Place the lid on the pan, and let cook until the cheese is just barely melted.
  • Meanwhile, slice the red pears. Place all on a plate and enjoy.
  • Serves many.

PEAR AND ROAST BEEF SANDWICHES



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Here's an easy way to dress up an ordinary roast beef sandwich. A Mediterranean-inspired spread lends tartness while pear slices add fresh flavor and texture. -Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup finely crumbled feta cheese
12 slices sourdough bread, toasted
1-1/2 pounds thinly sliced deli roast beef
2 medium ripe pears, thinly sliced
6 ounces Havarti cheese, thinly sliced
12 Bibb lettuce leaves or Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, tomato and feta. Spread over one side of toast slices. Top 6 toasts with beef, pears, Havarti cheese and lettuce. Top with remaining toast slices, spread side down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

PEAR AND ALMOND FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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An easy, layered dish that refrigerates overnight so you have more time to spend with your guests in the morning! This recipe makes a lot, so it's great for a crowd.

Provided by abfabmom

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 9h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
½ cup brown sugar
1 (29 ounce) can pear halves, cut lengthwise into 4 slices
1 (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 ½ cups eggs
1 ½ cups milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Evenly distribute the butter cubes into the bottom of a 10x14-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the pear slices into the bottom of the dish. Arrange the bread cubes into a single layer over the pears.
  • Mix the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract together in a bowl until fully blended; pour evenly over the bread cubes, assuring all pieces are evenly covered. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and chill overnight in refrigerator.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow to warm while the oven preheats.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the bread is golden brown and the eggs have solidified, 45 to 60 minutes. Top with the sliced almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120.6 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 215.2 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

PEAR AND GOAT CHEESE TOAST



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Top your toast with this flavorful combo for a quick out the door breakfast to remember.

Provided by 28 Day JOY of KOSHER Challenge

Categories     Breakfast, Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

1½ ounces goat cheese
1 slice whole-grain bread, toasted
2 to 4 very thin slices fresh pear
Pinch cardamom or ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. Spread goat cheese on toast. 2. Top with pear slices. 3. Sprinkle cardamom or cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, ServingSize 1, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 3 g

PEAR-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH BRIE, CRANBERRIES & PECANS



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This French toast is stuffed with fresh pears, dried cranberries, pecans, Brie and cream cheese. It's an easy overnight recipe that is so elegant and rich, it also makes an indulgent dessert! -Lindsay Sprunk, Noblesville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
4 medium pears, peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
20 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed and thinly sliced
3 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Maple syrup, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add pears and 2 tablespoons brown sugar; cook and stir until pears are tender, 4-6 minutes. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cranberries and pecans., Place half the bread slices in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cream cheese mixture, pear mixture and Brie. Top with remaining bread slices. Whisk together next 5 ingredients and remaining brown sugar. Pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Remove from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until top is golden brown, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

FRENCH TOAST WITH PEARS, BRIE, AND CINNAMON



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A delicious twist on french toast that can be made-ahead and chilled for up to 24 hours. Great for brunch, holidays, and special occasions.

Provided by akgrown

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons butter
14 -16 slices French bread (half-inch slices, about 1 loaf)
8 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cheese thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups milk
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13 baking dish; set aside. In a large skillet cook pears, brown sugar, and rosemary in 2 T butter over medium heat for 4-5 mins or until pears are tender.
  • Arrange 7 or 8 bread slices in a single layer in prepared dish. Spoon pear mixture and arrange Brie on bread slices. Top each stack with a bread slice. Brush bread with melted butter.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over bread. In a medium bowl whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Slowly pour over bread slices. Cover and chill for 1-24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F Bake, uncovered, for 40-45 mins or until edges are puffed and golden. Let stand for 10 minutes. Serve warm with maple syrup, berries, and honey, or cranberry conserve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.7, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 133.6, Sodium 1039.8, Carbohydrate 80.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 14.9, Protein 20.9

Tips:

  • Use ripe pears: They will be softer and sweeter, and will caramelize better in the heat of the oven.
  • Choose a good melting cheese: A cheese that melts evenly and smoothly will give you the best results. Some good options include Brie, Camembert, Fontina, or Gruyère.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you crowd the pan, the pears will not cook evenly and will not caramelize properly.
  • Keep an eye on the pears: They can burn easily, so be sure to check them often and remove from the oven when they are just tender.
  • Serve immediately: Pear and cheese toast is best served hot out of the oven, when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pears are still warm and caramelized.

Conclusion:

Pear and cheese toast is a simple but delicious appetizer or snack. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both visually appealing and flavorful. Serve pear and cheese toast at your next party or gathering, or enjoy it as a special treat for yourself.

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