Poached Pears with Hot Blue Cheese Sauce

Pears poached in cinnamon syrup served with a rich, melted blue cheese and crème fraîche sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 403.1 kcals 1612.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 67.1 grams 268.4 grams
Fat 12.8 grams 51.2 grams
Protein 7.7 grams 30.6 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
50
g
Blue Cheese
such as Stilton, Roquefort, or Gorgonzola
50
g
Cheddar Cheese
or Gruyère
Fruits
4
piece
Pears
tall, with stalks
Liquids
1
l
Water
to cover
NutsSeeds
2
stick

Steps

  • Place pears upright in a saucepan and cover with water to measure the volume needed.
  • Remove pears, add sugar and cinnamon to the water, and bring to a boil while stirring.
  • Peel pears, leave stalks intact, trim bases to sit flat, and return them to the pan.
  • Poach pears for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and then drain.
  • Chop the cheeses and combine with crème fraîche in a small pan.
  • Heat the cheese mixture gently while stirring until melted.
  • Pour the hot cheese sauce over the pears to coat them.
  • Serve the dish immediately.