What pears are best for baking?

Bosc pears are a strong choice because they stay firm and keep their halved shape during baking. Bartlett pears turn softer and sweeter, so they need closer watching, while Anjou pears offer a middle option with dense flesh that softens without collapsing. Choose pears that yield slightly at the neck but still feel firm through the body.

How long do you bake pears at 350 degrees?

Bake halved, cored pears at 350°F, or 175°C, for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are tender but still hold their shape. The recipe lists a 20 minute cook time within a 30 minute total time for 4 servings. Test doneness at the thickest part and remove the pears just before they feel fully soft, since residual heat continues to soften them.

Do you add berries before or after baking pears?

Add the berries after baking. In this recipe, the pears are baked first, cooled slightly, and then topped with 1/2 cup of mixed fresh berries such as blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Warm pears soften the berries slightly without turning them to jam, which preserves their shape, color, and fresh bite.

What blue cheese goes best with baked pears?

Gorgonzola dolce is a good mild choice because it melts into a creamy layer that balances the sweet pears without overwhelming them. Firmer Stilton or sharper Roquefort gives a stronger salty note, so use a lighter hand with those styles. The recipe uses 1/4 cup of crumbled blue cheese, added after baking so the warmth of the pears softens it slightly.

Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese

Name: Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 ripe pears, halved and cored; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; ½ cup mixed fresh berries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries; ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped; ¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons honey; Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

Ingredients

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Ingredients
4 ripe pears, halved and cored
1 tablespoon butter, melted
½ cup mixed fresh berries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries
½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons honey
Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

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Instructions

Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2-Place the halved and cored pears, cut-side: Place the halved and cored pears, cut-side up, on the baking sheet. Brush each pear with melted butter to give them a golden finish as they bake.
3-Bake the pears for 15-20 minutes, or: Bake the pears for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender but still hold their shape. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
4-Evenly sprinkle the mixed berries over the: Evenly sprinkle the mixed berries over the pears, then add crumbled blue cheese on top. The warmth of the pears will soften the cheese slightly.
5-Sprinkle chopped walnuts and drizzle honey over: Sprinkle chopped walnuts and drizzle honey over each pear for added sweetness and crunch.
6-Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs for an: Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs for an earthy touch if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Author: Camille Hayes
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Method: bake

Nutrition

Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 4g