Best 2 Pear Blue Cheese Candied Pecan Salad Recipes

Are you searching for a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving for more? Look no further than the "Pear Blue Cheese Candied Pecan Salad," a dish that harmoniously blends sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Prepared with a symphony of fresh, seasonal ingredients, this salad promises an explosion of textures and a symphony of tastes that will transport you to a realm of culinary delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind crafting this exquisite salad, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of flavors.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR, BLUE CHEESE & CANDIED PECAN SALAD

PEAR, BLUE CHEESE & CANDIED PECAN SALAD image

Categories Fruit Leafy Green Bake Low Carb

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

Salad:
Mixed Spring Greens (1 cup per person)
Crumbled Blue Cheese
Pear, cored & cubed (1/2 pear per person)
Candied Pecans (see instructions below)
Vinaigarette (see instructions below)
Pecans:
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup orange juice
1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
1.2 tsp cayenne pepper
Vinaigarette Salad Dressing:
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tsp minced shallots
3 TBL balsamic vinegar (1/2 cup)
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
SHORTCUT: use bottled balsamic vinaigarette

Steps:

Heat sugar, butter, OJ & spices. Melt and toss in nuts,stir to cover. Spread on a lined cookie sheet. Bake at 250 degrees for 45 minutes, turn w/ flipper every 15 minutes. Separate pecans while warm and Cool on wax paper. They will store for weeks in an airtight container. Portion spring greens on plates, add cubed pears, sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese and candied pecans, top with salad dressing -serve

TINA'S PEAR, BLUE CHEESE & CANDIED PECAN SALAD

TINA'S PEAR, BLUE CHEESE & CANDIED PECAN SALAD image

Categories Salad Leafy Green

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

Salad:
Mixed Spring Greens
Crumbled Blue Cheese
Pear, cored & cubed (1/2 pear per person)
Candied Pecans (see instructions below)
Vinaigarette (see instructions below)
Pecans:
1 lb. pecans
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup orange juice
1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Vinaigarette Salad Dressing:
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tsp minced shallots
3 TBL balsamic vinegar (1/2 cup)
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
SHORTCUT: use bottled balsamic vinaigarette

Steps:

Heat sugar, butter, OJ & spices. Melt and toss in nuts, stir to cover. Spread on a lined cookie sheet. Bake at 250 degrees for 45 minutes, turn w/ flipper every 15 minutes. They will be runny at first, but as you bake & turn them, they will become drier and more sticky. Separate pecans while warm and let cool on wax paper. They will store for weeks in an airtight container. Portion spring greens on plates, add cubed pears, sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese and candied pecans, top with salad dressing - serve. Options: 1 - sometimes I marinate the pears in the dressing before plating. 2 - If you have a grill pan, you can also grill sliced pears, instead of cubing them.

Tips:

Use ripe pears: Firm but ripe pears provide the best texture and flavor for this salad.
Choose a good quality blue cheese: A creamy, flavorful blue cheese will add richness and depth to the salad.
Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor and makes them more crunchy.
Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Assemble the salad just before serving: This will prevent the pears from browning and the salad from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

This pear, blue cheese, and candied pecan salad is a delicious and elegant dish perfect for any occasion. The sweet pears, creamy blue cheese, crunchy pecans, and tangy dressing come together to create a flavor combination that is both satisfying and refreshing. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.