Baked Pears with Goat Cheese and Cranberries
Delightful baked pears topped with creamy goat cheese and sweet cranberries, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe pears Choose ripe, but firm pears for the best texture.
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened Cream cheese can be used as a substitute.
- 1 cup fresh cranberries Dried cranberries can be used for a sweeter taste.
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Drizzle over pears before baking.
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional Chopped nuts Use for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the pears in half lengthwise and scoop out the core.
- In a bowl, mix goat cheese, cranberries, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Baking
- Fill each pear half with the cheese and cranberry mixture.
- Place the pears in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
- Garnish with chopped nuts if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For a nut-free version, leave out the nuts or use seeds. Add spices like cinnamon or ginger for a seasonal twist. For a stronger flavor, try a sprinkle of blue cheese instead of goat cheese.