Nut And Honey Pear Dip Food

PEAR HONEY

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Cook until pears are tender and mixture thickens, approximately 30 minutes. Transfer to sterilized jars and seal while still hot*. (See Disclaimer)

BLUE CHEESE AND CANDIED NUT PEAR BITE

Steps:

• Cut the pear into 1/2-inch-thick slices and top with the blue cheese, candied nuts and a drizzle of honey.

BAKED BRIE WITH BROWN SUGAR

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325.
• Put brie in baking dish.
• Brush on approximately 3 T. of softened butter.
• Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of brown sugar over the brie.
• Add a few (about 1/4 cup) of walnuts or chopped pecans, really just whatever you have on hand.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes.
• Serve with sliced french bread.

HERBED CHEESE WITH PEARS, PINE NUTS, AND HONEY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place ricotta in a fine sieve set over a bowl; let excess liquid drain, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, spread nuts in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until lightly browned, tossing occasionally, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool.
• In a food processor or medium bowl, mix together goat cheese and drained ricotta until creamy and thoroughly combined. Stir in thyme, parsley, and lemon zest; set aside.
• Slice each pear into six wedges. Divide herbed cheese among four serving plates, spooning it into mounds. Arrange three pear wedges next to cheese on each plate. Sprinkle with nuts; drizzle about 2 teaspoons honey over each portion of cheese and pears. Serve immediately.