Ingredients
– 4 ripe pears, halved and cored
– 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
– ½ cup honey
– 1 cup dried cranberries
– ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries is easy when following these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
2. Prepare the Pears: Halve the pears and scoop out the core, ensuring a nice indentation for filling.
3. Mix Cranberries and Feta: In a bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts (if using). This mixture will serve as the filling.
4. Fill the Pears: Spoon the feta and cranberry mixture generously into the hollowed-out centers of each pear half.
5. Drizzle with Honey: Pour honey over the filled pears, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Season: Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the pears for added warmth and flavor.
7. Arrange in a Baking Dish: Place the stuffed pears upright in a baking dish. If they tip over slightly, it’s okay; they will still cook nicely.
8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The pears should be tender and aromatic.
9. Garnish Before Serving: Remove the pears from the oven and let them cool slightly. Optionally, sprinkle fresh mint leaves for garnish.
10. Serve Warm: Enjoy your baked pears while still warm for the best flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 4g