Mushroom Free Pear Slices with Cheese
Sweet, juicy pear meets creamy, mild cheese in a pairing that feels effortlessly elegant without requiring any real cooking at all. A ripe Bartlett or Bosc brings floral, honeyed notes that play beautifully against the gentle saltiness of part-skim mozzarella or mild cheddar. A light drizzle of honey and a scatter of fresh thyme take the whole thing from simple snack to something you'd proudly set out for guests. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's hiding in your food — no sauces, no seasonings, no surprises. It comes together on a small board in just a few minutes, making it a genuinely effortless option when you need something satisfying fast. This is the kind of recipe that proves you don't need a long prep list to eat really, really well.
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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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