Pears Stuffed with Gorgonzola Cheese

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            TODAY'S RECIPE
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Pears are among the fruits highest in fiber, so it is refreshing that a
dessert as rich and delicious as this is actually good for us.

Pears Stuffed with Gorgonzola Cheese

4 small firm ripe pears
1 lemon, cut in half
2 oz (50 g) imported Gorgonzola (or other high quality blue cheese)
2 Tbs soft unsalted butter
2 Tbs crushed walnuts, pistachio or pine nuts

Carefully peel the pears, leaving the stems attached. Cut in half
lengthwise and scoop out the seeds, along with a scant tablespoon of
pulp out of each half. Rub with the lemon juice to prevent
discoloration. Cream the Gorgonzola and the butter together in a small
bowl until they are soft and fluffy. Fill the hollows of the pear halves
with the cheese mixture and carefully stick the two halves of the pears
back together again. Roll the pears in the crushed nuts, and chill for 2
hours, until the cheese is firm.
Serves 4.
Received on Fri Aug 17 18:22:57 2007