Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries
A delightful dish of tender, caramelized pears filled with creamy feta, sweet cranberries, and drizzled with honey, perfect for dessert or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe pears Choose fragrant and juicy pears.
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Rich and tangy feta.
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries Sweet and chewy cranberries.
- 2 tablespoons honey Golden and luscious honey.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Smooth and fruity olive oil.
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Warm and aromatic spice.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Fragrant and earthy spice.
- as needed sprigs Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the pears in half lengthwise and scoop out the core to create a well for stuffing.
Assembly
- Place the pear halves cut side up on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, ensuring it pools in the wells.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon and nutmeg evenly across the tops.
- Stuff each pear half with crumbled feta and scatter the dried cranberries on top.
- Drizzle honey generously over the stuffed pears.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
- Allow to cool slightly and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider topping the pears with chopped walnuts or pecans before baking. Adding a pinch of sea salt can enhance the taste. For a bit of kick, use cayenne or black pepper.