Roasted pears have a unique sweet and juicy flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy, creamy taste of goat cheese. Drizzle honey over the pears and goat cheese for a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. This simple yet sophisticated dish is perfect for a light lunch, a delightful dessert, or an impressive appetizer.
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HONEY ROASTED PEARS
My family has passed down this recipe for generations. The elegant pears are simple to make and only require a few minutes of prep, but the results are sensational. -Jan Sokol, Overland Park, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Core pears from bottom, leaving stems intact. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cardamom, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. In a small saucepan, combine water and honey; bring to a boil for 3 minutes. Pour over pears., Bake, uncovered, until tender, 45-55 minutes, basting every 15 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CREAMY GOAT CHEESE AND HONEY
Creamy goat cheese is lightly dusted with pecans, honey, and rosemary. These are so delicious, light, and refreshing, they could be served as appetizers or an interesting dessert. They are always a hit! Spread them on your favorite crostini, bagel chips, or melba toasts.
Provided by Raelee's recipes
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Divide the goat cheese into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball. Combine the crushed pecans and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll each goat cheese ball in the pecan mixture until covered. Gently pat the balls into patties; transfer to a serving plate. Drizzle honey over the patties and sprinkle rosemary on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 146.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
ROASTED BABY PEARS WITH HERBED GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 24 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, mix the goat cheese, herbs, and 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Halve the pears and scoop out the seeds and cores. Stuff each pear half with about a tablespoon of the cheese. Wrap each stuffed pear with a slice of bacon and place it on a baking sheet. Drizzle some olive oil over the pears and season them with salt and pepper. Bake them until the pears are tender and the bacon is crisp, about 25 to 30 minutes. Place the pears onto a platter, drizzle with the honey, and garnish with the arugula.
BALSAMIC ROASTED PEARS WITH PEPPER AND HONEY
One of the recipes I found on the net (texasdrone.com) to use up a supply of wonderful pears. Simple, elegant and delicious. This recipe would work beautifully as either an appetizer or dessert.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Melt butter in an 8-inch square glass baking dish in middle of oven, about 3 minutes.
- Arrange pears, cut sides down, in 1 layer in butter and roast in middle of oven until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Pour vinegar over pears and roast 5 minutes more.
- Transfer pears, cut sides down, to serving plates with cheese and spoon some of juices from baking dish over pears. Drizzle pears and cheese with honey and sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.5, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 2.5, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 25.5, Protein 0.4
BALSAMIC ROASTED PEAR WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE
Make and share this Balsamic Roasted Pear with Warm Goat Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 400º F.
- Melt butter in ovenproof baking dish.
- Arrange pears, cut-sides-down, in a layer of the butter and roast for about 20 minutes, or until tender.
- Pour balsamic vinegar over pears and roast 5 minutes longer.
- Remove pears from baking dish and arrange on serving plates.
- Add honey to the juices in the baking dish, stirring until melted and combined.
- Add the slices of goat cheese to the hot mixture and warm the cheese until just soft.
- With a spatula, place the warm goat cheese on the plates next to each pear and drizzle with the balsamic and honey sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.3, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 37.7, Sodium 151.8, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 34.4, Protein 6.7
ROASTED PEARS WITH CHESTNUT HONEY
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories Fruit Herb Dessert Roast Pear Honey Thyme Chestnut Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. In an oven-safe pan large enough to hold the pears in a single layer simmer the honey over medium-high heat until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
- 3. Place the pears, cut sides up, and the butter in the pan. Sprinkle with the cinnamon, if desired. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Cook, turning and basting once or twice, until pale golden and not quite tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 4. Transfer the pan to the oven and continue to roast, turning once or twice, until golden brown and tender, 5 to 7 minutes more. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with the honey from the pan. If desired, season with black pepper and fresh thyme.
BALSAMIC-ROASTED PEARS WITH PEPPER AND HONEY
Provided by Alain Rondelli
Categories Fruit Brunch Dessert Side Roast Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Vinegar Pear Fall Honey Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Melt butter in an 8-inch square glass baking dish in middle of oven, about 3 minutes.
- Arrange pears, cut sides down, in 1 layer in butter and roast in middle of oven until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Pour vinegar over pears and roast 5 minutes more.
- Transfer pears, cut sides down, to serving plates with cheese and spoon some of juices from baking dish over pears. Drizzle pears and cheese with honey and sprinkle with pepper.
Tips:
- Choose ripe but firm pears for roasting. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Use a variety of pears for different flavors and textures. Some good options include Bartlett, Bosc, Anjou, and Comice pears.
- Roast the pears at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help them caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
- Add honey, spices, and herbs to the pears before roasting for extra flavor.
- Serve the roasted pears with a variety of accompaniments, such as goat cheese, yogurt, ice cream, or granola.
Conclusion:
Roasted pears are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dish, give roasted pears a try!
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