Pears and cheese are a perfect match, ideal for enhancing the flavors of autumn. This recipe suggests baking the pears in the oven, microwave, or air fryer, turning them into a delicious refined appetizer. The addition of honey and/or Parmesan gives an irresistible touch of sweetness and savoriness. For a gourmet seasonal dish, pear and cheese carpaccio is a simple yet striking choice.
How to serve pears and cheese in an alternative way?
– in salad
– pears, cheese, and honey on a bruschetta
– risotto with pears and gorgonzola (or taleggio)
– savory tart with pears and cheese
– pizza with pears and brie cheese
SEASON and HARVEST of #pears – from late June to December depending on the variety.
RECIPES with pears
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 8 Minutes
- Portions: 1Person
- Cooking methods: Oven, Microwave, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Seasonality: Summer, Autumn
- Energy 156.16 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 11.67 (g) of which sugars 6.17 (g)
- Proteins 8.46 (g)
- Fat 8.61 (g) of which saturated 3.54 (g)of which unsaturated 2.10 (g)
- Fibers 4.09 (g)
- Sodium 126.04 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 170 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Pears and Cheese
Blue cheeses, such as gorgonzola or roquefort, pair well with the sweetness of pears; while aged cheeses, like pecorino and parmesan, balance with the more mature pears. Goat cheeses, with their tangy flavor, also pair well with sweet pears like the Williams. Fresh cheeses, such as crescenza, stracchino, philadelphia, or mascarpone, pair with crunchy pears; while creamy cheeses like brie or camembert are highlighted with juicy and soft pears.
- 1 pear (organic or untreated on the surface)
- 0.7 oz gorgonzola (or brie, taleggio)
- to taste walnuts (coarsely crumbled)
- 1 pinch thyme (or rosemary, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger)
For a more indulgent result, serve with a drizzle of runny honey or maple, agave, date, malt, or rice syrup.
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Read the nutritionist’s opinion at the bottom.
Tools
- Cutting Board antibacterial bamboo
- Knife smooth blade
Pears and Cheese
Wash the pears and cut them in half, then scoop them out in the center to create space for the filling.
Initially cook the pears alone and then add the cheese.
If during cooking the cheese spills out of the pears, use a teaspoon to put it back in place.
COOKING
in the microwave
Heat the pears in the microwave at 450W for 1 minute, add the gorgonzola and continue cooking for another 30 seconds at the same power. Finally, remove them from the microwave and finish with walnuts and thyme.
in the static oven
Bake the pears in a baking dish at 350°F (180°C) for 8 minutes. Then, take them out of the oven, stuff them with cheese and put them back in the oven for another 2 minutes, until the cheese melts. Before serving, complete with walnuts, honey, and thyme.
in the air fryer
Cook the pears in a pan at 320°F (160°C) for about 3 minutes, then add the cheese and continue cooking for 1 minute at the same temperature. Once ready, garnish with walnuts, cinnamon, and honey.
Times are indicative and vary based on the ripeness of the pears: the riper they are, the faster they cook; conversely, firm pears require longer times.
STORE pears and cheese
To store cooked pears and cheese, let them cool, then place them in an airtight container and refrigerate. Consume within 3 days, reheating before serving.
To reheat, use the microwave for a few seconds on low power, the static oven at 320°F (160°C) for about 5 minutes, or the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.
BENEFITS of pears with cheese
From nutritionist Carlotta De Rosa
Pears with cheese are a delicious and nutritious pairing! The fibers and minerals from the pears complement the proteins and calcium from the cheese, providing a perfect balance between sweetness and savoriness.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Why are pears laxative?
Pears are laxative due to their fiber content, particularly pectin, which aids in intestinal transit. Soluble fiber helps regulate the digestive system, while high water content helps keep the intestines hydrated, making stools softer and easier to pass. For these reasons, pears are often recommended to relieve constipation.
What goes well with pears?
With cheeses like gorgonzola, brie, or pecorino, they create an irresistible sweet-salty contrast. They are perfect with dried fruits, such as walnuts or almonds, and with honey for a refined touch. In cooking, they pair well with prosciutto or speck, but also with spices like cinnamon and ginger for desserts or jams. For a daring combination, try pears with dark chocolate: pure magic!
How good is cheese with pears?
Do you know this expression?
“Don’t let the farmer know how good cheese is with pears” can be interpreted as an act of generosity by the noble class, trying to protect the farmer from the temptation of desiring what, due to economic differences, they could not afford.
This phrase captures a long history related to peasant life and power relations between the master and the farmer. In an era when the farmer lived in complete subjugation, the best products were systematically taken for the master’s table, leaving the worker only what remained. An idea of social disparity and exploitation that reflected the difficult conditions of the peasant class.Why is it said to ‘fall like a cooked pear’?
The expression “fall like a cooked pear” refers to something that happens suddenly and without resistance, similar to how a cooked pear, being soft and ripe, easily falls from the tree. It is used to describe situations where a person, physically or emotionally, gives in without resistance, as if it were inevitable or natural.
