GORGONZOLA BAKED APPLES WITH BALSAMIC SYRUP

Gorgonzola Baked Apples with Balsamic Syrup image

Gorgonzola cheese and a balsamic vinegar reduction sauce are pleasing partners to sweet apples. Serve this fruity favorite alongside any entree. -Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
1/4 cup butter, chopped
3 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
6 medium tart apples, cored
1 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stuff apples with mixture and place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/3 cup. Drizzle over apples.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.