Description
These baked pears are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The creamy feta cheese, tangy dried cranberries, and drizzle of honey create a perfect balance. A sprinkle of fresh thyme adds a fragrant touch to this elegant dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey, preferably raw
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional:
- Chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the pears: Place the pear halves on the baking sheet, cut side up.
- Fill the pears: Fill each pear half with feta cheese and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle with honey: Drizzle honey over the filled pears.
- Season: Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle thyme leaves, salt, and pepper over the pears.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped walnuts if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can also sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth and flavor.
- These baked pears can be served as a side dish or a light dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg