Cinnamon Free Pear Slices with Cheese
Sweet, juicy pear paired with creamy, mild cheese is one of those effortless combinations that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes to pull together. The natural sweetness of a ripe Bartlett or Bosc pear does most of the heavy lifting here, complemented beautifully by the subtle saltiness of part-skim mozzarella or mild cheddar. A light drizzle of honey and a scatter of fresh thyme leaves take the whole thing from simple snack to something you'd genuinely be proud to set out for guests. Many spiced snacks and flavored cheeses on store shelves sneak in warming spices that can be hard to spot on a label, so building this kind of board from scratch gives you total control over every ingredient. It comes together in just a few minutes with nothing more than a cutting board and a knife, making it an ideal option when you want something satisfying without any fuss. The result is a light, elegant bite that works equally well as an afternoon snack, a starter, or a simple dessert.
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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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