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Savory Pear and Gorgonzola Cheese

Savory Pear and Gorgonzola Cheese on Toasted Walnut Delight

This Savory Pear and Gorgonzola Cheese on Toast offers a delightful contrast of creamy and sweet flavors, perfect for an appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 toasts
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toast Base
  • 4 slices Walnut Bread Gluten-free options available.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for brushing the bread.
For the Topping
  • 2 medium Ripe Pears Can substitute with firm apples.
  • 100 grams Gorgonzola Cheese May be replaced with blue cheese or creamy Brie.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup or agave nectar are great vegan substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves Can be swapped with arugula or basil.
  • 30 grams Walnuts Best toasted lightly.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt
  • 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler to high, ensuring it reaches the right temperature for toasting walnut bread.
  2. Brush both sides of the walnut bread slices with extra virgin olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
  3. Broil for about 2 minutes until golden brown, being careful to prevent burning.
  4. Layer thin slices of ripe pears evenly over each piece of toast.
  5. Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese over the pears and return to the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  6. Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  7. Drizzle honey over the toasts once the cheese has melted.
  8. Sprinkle fresh thyme and toasted walnuts on top, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1toastCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble toasts just before serving for optimal taste and texture. Keep a close watch while broiling to avoid burning.

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