Jill's Fresh Pear and Maytag Farms Blue Cheese Sala

Name: Jill's Fresh Pear and Maytag Farms Blue Cheese Salad with a Toasted Walnut Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups walnut pieces; 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 1/2 cups walnut oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 8 cups mixed spring lettuces, cleaned; 6 fresh ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced; 1/2 pound Maytag Farms blue cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Place the walnuts on a baking sheet and roast until golden, about 4 minutes.
3
Remove from the oven and place in a medium-mixing bowl.
4
Add the vinegar, honey, and shallots to the warm nuts.
5
Allow to sit for 1 minute.
6
Slowly whisk in the oil.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
In a large mixing bowl, toss the lettuces with the dressing.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Fan the pears over the bottom of each serving plate.
11
Mound the greens in the center of the pears.
12
Crumble the cheese over the greens.
13
Garnish with black pepper and parsley.

1646

kcal

Calories

155

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups walnut pieces, 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Jill's Fresh Pear and Maytag Farms Blue Cheese Salad with a Toasted Walnut Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Jill's Fresh Pear and Maytag Farms Blue Cheese Salad with a Toasted Walnut Vinaigrette

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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