Balsamic Roasted Pear With Warm Goat Cheese Recipe

This recipe elevates simple pears into a sophisticated and elegant dessert or appetizer. Sweet roasted pears are perfectly complemented by tangy balsamic vinegar, creamy warm goat cheese, and a touch of honey. Easy to make in under 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a special treat at home. Get ready for a delightful explosion of flavors and textures!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 302.3 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Roasted Pear With Warm Goat Cheese

  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 4 ripe but firm Bosc Pears, cored and halved
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese, crumbled or sliced

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How to Make Balsamic Roasted Pear With Warm Goat Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in an ovenproof baking dish.
  3. Arrange 4 ripe but firm pears, cut-side down, in a single layer in the melted butter.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes, or until pears are tender.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar over the pears.
  6. Roast for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove pears from the baking dish and arrange them on serving plates.
  8. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the juices remaining in the baking dish. Stir until melted and combined.
  9. 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).
  10. Using a spatula, spoon the warm goat cheese onto the plates next to each pear.
  11. Drizzle the remaining balsamic and honey sauce generously over the pears and goat cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

47g

Carbs

13g

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