Baked Bartlett Pear with Brie

 

👨‍🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-step)
✔️ Preheat The Oven
Set your oven to 200°C (390°F).
💡Preheating ensures even caramelisation and proper cheese melt.

✔️ Prepare The Pear
Slice the Bartlett pear in half lengthwise and scoop out the core.
💡Use a melon baller or teaspoon for a neat hollow.

✔️ Place In Baking Dish
Arrange the halves cut-side up in a small oven-safe dish.
💡Use a snug dish to keep the pears upright and prevent tipping.

✔️ Add The Brie
Fill each hollow with sliced Brie cheese.
💡Don’t overfill — Brie will melt and spread naturally.

✔️ Season With Rosemary
Sprinkle fresh rosemary leaves over the cheese.
💡Chop lightly to release oils and aroma.

✔️ Drizzle With Lime And Oil
Add a few drops of lime juice and olive oil.
💡Lime adds acidity, oil helps roasting and gloss.

✔️ Add Honey
Drizzle 1 tbsp of honey over the pears.
💡Use floral honey like acacia or wildflower for depth.

✔️ Bake Until Golden
Roast for 25–30 minutes until cheese melts and pears are golden.
💡Check at 20 minutes — every oven varies slightly.

✔️ Toast Pine Nuts Separately
While baking, toast pine nuts in a dry pan until golden.
💡Stir constantly — they burn quickly.

✔️ Finish And Serve
Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over warm pears and serve immediately.
💡Garnish with extra rosemary or edible flowers for elegance.