PEAR GORGONZOLA TART

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This tart looks so tasty with the prosciutto sprinkling the top! I saw this being made on Everyday Italian, and knew I had to make it myself.

Provided by Pikake21

Categories     Tarts

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 store bought pie shell
4 ounces cream cheese
2 ounces gorgonzola
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 pinch salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 small pears, cored and sliced
2 ounces prosciutto, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • Bake the pie shell in a square or round tart pan according to package instructions.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, Gorgonzola, thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Using a hand blender, whip the cheeses together.
  • In a large, heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the pears and cook until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • When the tart crust has cooled slightly, gently spread the whipped cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the tart.
  • Place the pear slices in a decorative pattern over the cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle the thin strips of prosciutto over the pears.
  • Cut into squares or wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.1, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 596.1, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 10.4, Protein 8.4

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