STUFFED PEARS

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My husband loves red pears and this is a recipe he came up with. My husband prefers to cut the top off of the pear and stuff them from the top. I, however, feel it's easier to slice the pears in half lengthwise.

Provided by Queen Dana

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 red pears
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup gouda cheese, shredded
1/4 cup pecans, chopped (toasted)
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Slice pears in half lengthwise and scoop out a little of the flesh to make bowls.
  • Brush pears with oil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme.
  • Roast pears for 15 minutes and then take out of the oven.
  • Combine cheese, bacon and nuts. Fill pears with mixture.
  • Put the pears back in the oven and roast 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.8, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 359.8, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 22.8, Protein 2.5

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