Roasted Pears with Roquefort, Walnuts and Honey
Juicy pears filled with bold and creamy Roquefort, accented by the delicate sweetness of honey, and the earthy crunch of walnuts. A sprinkle of thyme adds depth, while a touch of chilli flakes tantalises the tastebuds. Perfect for a sophisticated dinner party entrée or a decadent dinner, this dish promises to delight.
How long will it take?
45 minutes
What’s the serving size?
Serves 4
What do I need?
- 4 beurre bosc pears
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 80 g Roquefort, crumbled
- 2 tbsp honey
- 10 walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp thyme leaves
- 1 tsp chilli flakes, plus extra for garnish
How do I make it?
- Preheat oven to 180C.
- Cut pears in half, leaving the stems intact.
- Scoop out the core with a spoon and place pears on a baking tray cut-side up.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the pears and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes or until soft but still holding their shape.
- Add Roquefort, honey, walnuts, thyme, and chilli flakes to a small bowl and mix to combine. Fill the pears with the filling and return to the oven to cook, uncovered for 8 – 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the filling is hot.
