Low Sugar Pear Slices with Cheese
Ripe pear and mild cheese is one of those effortless combinations that somehow feels fancy without any real effort. The natural sweetness of a Bartlett or Bosc pear does all the heavy lifting here, meaning you don't need to reach for refined sugar to make this feel like a treat. A light, low-fat cheese — think part-skim mozzarella or mild cheddar — adds creamy, savory contrast that balances every bite beautifully. If you want a little extra something, a drizzle of honey and a scatter of fresh thyme leaves take the whole plate somewhere genuinely special. It comes together on a single cutting board in minutes, which makes it perfect as a snack, a light appetizer, or even a simple dessert. The ingredients are clean, whole, and naturally satisfying — no hidden sweeteners, no processed extras, just real food arranged nicely on a plate.
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2 servings
- 1 ripe but firm pear (such as bartlett or bosc), halved, cored, and sliced
- 3 oz mild, low-fat cheese (such as part-skim mozzarella or mild cheddar), sliced or cubed
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Can be omittedhoney
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve and core the pear, then cut each half into 4–5 thin slices on a cutting board.
- 2
Arrange the pear slices and cheese on a small serving board or plate, fanning the pear slices alongside the cheese pieces.
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