PEARS WITH MAPLE WALNUTS AND GORGONZOLA

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Gorgonzola dolce, or dolcelatte, is a creamy, slightly sweet blue cheese. Look for it in specialty shops. If you can't find it, try regular Gorgonzola, which will have a richer flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
4 ripe red Bartlett pears, halved lengthwise, cored, and cut into wedges
8 ounces Gorgonzola dolce, room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Stir sugar and salt in a small bowl; set aside. Put butter and maple syrup into a large saute pan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add nuts; toss to coat.
  • Transfer nuts to a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar mixture; toss to coat. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 7 minutes. Let nuts cool completely on sheet on a wire rack.
  • To serve, arrange candied nuts, pear wedges, and Gorgonzola on a serving platter.

TheRealest InMusic
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks like you spent hours on it. It's perfect for a special occasion.


shanya auguste
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Meghanath Gautam
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Nakhane Mbanga
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out really bland. I think I may have used too much maple syrup.


Sisira Warnakula Suriya
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile - you can use different types of nuts, cheeses, and fruits depending on what you have on hand.


Zubair Rajput
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Overall, I thought this dish was good, but not great. I think it has the potential to be really good, but it needs a few tweaks.


M bilal yahya
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The pears were a bit underripe, so they weren't as sweet as I would have liked. I think this dish would be best made with ripe, juicy pears.


Puja Rana magar
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This was a bit too sweet for me. I think I would have preferred it with less maple syrup.


Terreion Rogers
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I thought this dish was just okay. The flavors were a bit too strong for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with a milder cheese, like mozzarella or fontina.


Housen Agha
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This was my first time cooking with pears, and I was pleasantly surprised at how well they paired with the walnuts and gorgonzola. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Kemar Dawkins
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I'm not a big fan of gorgonzola, so I substituted feta cheese instead. It was still really good, but the feta added a different flavor profile to the dish.


Akasher Tara
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This dish is so elegant and delicious. I made it for a dinner party, and my guests raved about it. The presentation was also very impressive.


Kyle Ebbs
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pears and walnuts are a classic combination, and the gorgonzola adds a nice bit of savory flavor. I also like to add a drizzle of honey or agave syrup for a little extra sweetn


Djeremy Nk
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Biplob Bormon
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This was a delightful dish! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy walnuts, and tangy gorgonzola was perfect. I served it as a salad course, and it was a big hit. My guests especially liked the contrast between the creamy cheese and the crisp fruit.