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Fall is truly upon us, which means it’s time to make all those cozy, flavorful autumn dishes that we’ve been waiting all year to try. It’s also a great time to find new recipes for your Thanksgiving spread or fun options for your next potluck.
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As luck would have it, one of our favorite recipe developers just shared the tastiest, simplest baked fall appetizer that we have to try immediately. Diane Morrisey (or@dianemorrisey on Instagram) just shared her take on stuffed pears that you can make with just five ingredients.
Morrisey says she was inspired to make the pears after having a similar dish at a Boston restaurant, and we’re not surprised. These pretty, cheesy fruits definitely look to be restaurant-quality. (They even remind us of our own highly-ratedRoasted Pears with Brie & Pistachios!) Plus, these pears work as a stand-alone appetizer or the centerpiece of a delicious fall salad—just imagine arranging these delicate, flavorful pears on beds of spinach or arugula for a dreamy Thanksgiving starter.
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To try them for yourself, you’ll need pears, blue cheese, walnuts, thyme and hot honey. Remove the stems from your pears and split them down the middle lengthwise. Use a spoon to dig out the very center of each half and stuff them with blue cheese chunks, walnuts and a sprinkle of fresh thyme. Season your pears with a little pinch of salt and a twist of freshly cracked black pepper, then bake them at 400°F until the cheese is bubbly. Once out of the oven, give them a drizzle of hot honey and they’re ready to go.
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To liven up a salad with one of these pears at the center, consider taking inspiration from a recipe like ourPear & Arugula Salad with Candied Walnuts. We use a bright white wine vinaigrette to bring a light but flavorful layer to that simple salad, and you could further customize it with lots of your favorite add-ins. Pretty pomegranate arils, crunchy croutons, crumbled bacon andeven crispy quinoacould make your salad more of a complete and filling meal.
Whether you serve these pears up as part of a hearty salad, a tasty snack or the prelude to a deliciously seasonal meal, this ultra-simple recipe promises to be an easy dish that packs a punch of flavor.
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