Ginger Poached Pears with Gorgonzola and Walnuts

1. 1

   Add the water, sugar, ginger, lemon zest and salt to a large pot and bring to boil.

2. 2

   Peel the pears and add them into the liquid.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to medium so that the pears are simmering gently, not boiling.

4. 4

   Cook for approximately 15 minutes.

5. 5

   I inserted a toothpick into the widest part of the pear and tested until it went in easily.

6. 6

   Remove the pears with a slotted spoon and set them aside.

7. 7

   Raise the heat and reduce the poaching liquid for another 15 minutes or until its reduced by half.

8. 8

   Place one pear on each serving plate.

9. 9

   Spoon a bit of the reduced liquid over each and divide the cheese and nuts equally over each.

10. 10

    Serve at room temperature either as an appetizer or as a cheese course after dinner.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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