Description
Delight in the flavors of Honey Baked Pears, a simple and elegant winter dessert or appetizer. Tender roasted pears are filled with feta cheese and dried cranberries, drizzled with honey, and garnished with fresh thyme and walnuts. This cozy dish balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for entertaining or a festive menu.
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Pears
- Halve the pears and scoop out the cores to create a small well in each half.
- Arrange in a Baking Dish
- Place the pears cut-side up in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil to lightly coat them.
- Fill the Pears
- Fill each pear center with crumbled feta cheese and chopped cranberries.
- Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the feta begins to melt.
- Finish the Dish
- Remove the pears from the oven. Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with fresh thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
- Optional Garnish
- Add chopped walnuts for a delightful crunch.
- Serve
- Serve warm as an appetizer or light dessert.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace feta with a plant-based cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a light white wine or herbal tea.
