Stuffed Pears With Pancetta Crisps Salad Recipe

Name: Stuffed Pears With Pancetta Crisps Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted; 2 teaspoons honey, divided (mild such as clover); 2 medium firm-ripe red pears (preferably red Anjou); kosher salt; 8 thin slices pancetta (about 2-1/2 oz.); ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped toasted hazelnuts (walnuts work); ¼ cup gorgonzola, dolce (2 ounces); ½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 ½ tablespoons champagne vinegar (can sub white wine vinegar); 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; fresh ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cups baby greens (mache, Bibb, baby aragula)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons honey, divided (mild such as clover)
2 medium firm-ripe red pears (preferably red Anjou)
kosher salt
8 thin slices pancetta (about 2-1/2 oz.)
¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped toasted hazelnuts (walnuts work)
¼ cup gorgonzola, dolce (2 ounces)
½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 ½ tablespoons champagne vinegar (can sub white wine vinegar)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups baby greens (mache, Bibb, baby aragula)

1
Position racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and heat the oven to 375 degrees.
2
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and 1 teaspoon of the honey.
3
Halve the pears lengthwise and core.
4
Brush the mixture over the cut sides of the pears and lightly season with salt.
5
Arrange the pears cut sides up on a rimmed baking sheet and bake on the upper rack until just tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, arrange the pancetta on a rimmed baking sheet and bake on the lower rack until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes.
7
Remove from the oven and transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
8
In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of the hazelnuts, the Gorgonzola dolce, thyme and the remaining 1 teaspoon honey with the back of a wooden spoon.
9
Remove the pears from the oven and divide the cheese filling evenly among the pear cavities.
10
Sprinkle with the remaining hazelnuts and bake on the upper rack until the cheese starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
11
Turn the broiler on high and broil until the nuts brown slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
12
Transfer to a rack to cool slightly.
13
In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
14
Gradually whisk in the oil.
15
Toss the mixed salad greens with just enough vinaigrette to lightly coat and divide among 4 plates.
16
Top each salad with 2 pancetta rounds and 1 pear half.
17
Season with salt and pepper and serve.

135

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* 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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted, 2 teaspoons honey, divided (mild such as clover), 2 medium firm-ripe red pears (preferably red Anjou), kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Pears With Pancetta Crisps Salad 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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Stuffed Pears With Pancetta Crisps Salad

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