Artificial Flavors Free Pear Slices with Cheese
Sweet, juicy pear paired with creamy, mild cheese is one of those combinations that feels effortlessly elegant without requiring any real effort at all. The natural sugars in a ripe Bartlett or Bosc do all the heavy lifting here, delivering a flavor that's bright and refreshing against the soft, milky notes of part-skim mozzarella or mild cheddar. A light drizzle of honey and a scatter of fresh thyme take it from simple snack to something you'd proudly set out for guests. What makes this such a smart choice for anyone avoiding artificial flavors is that every single ingredient is exactly what it looks like — real fruit, real cheese, real honey, real herbs. No flavor packets, no processed dips, no mystery seasonings hiding in a store-bought spread. It comes together in minutes on a small board or plate, and the result looks far more impressive than the prep time deserves.
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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)
- 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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