Description
Crispy pan-fried polenta rounds topped with creamy Gorgonzola, sweet sautéed pears, and a crunchy walnut topping for a savory-sweet appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 tube (18 oz) pre-cooked polenta, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ripe pear, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp honey
- 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add polenta rounds and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add pear slices and honey, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
- Preheat broiler. Top each polenta round with Gorgonzola crumbles. Broil for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Arrange polenta rounds on a serving platter. Spoon sautéed pears over each round, then sprinkle with toasted walnuts and fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.