Ingredients for Balsamic Roasted Pear With Warm Goat Cheese
- Unsalted Butter
- Bosc Pears
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 ounces goat cheese
How to Make Balsamic Roasted Pear With Warm Goat Cheese
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in an ovenproof baking dish.
- Arrange 4 ripe but firm pears, cut-side down, in a single layer in the melted butter.
- Roast for 20 minutes, or until pears are tender.
- Pour 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar over the pears.
- Roast for another 5 minutes.
- Remove pears from the baking dish and arrange them on serving plates.
- Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the juices remaining in the baking dish. Stir until melted and combined.
- Add 4 ounces of goat cheese, sliced or crumbled, to the hot honey-balsamic mixture. Warm gently until the cheese is soft and creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Using a spatula, spoon the warm goat cheese onto the plates next to each pear.
- Drizzle the remaining balsamic and honey sauce generously over the pears and goat cheese.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
137g
Fat
47g
Carbs
13g