Ingredients (serves 4)

• 4 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Anjou work well)
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup dried cranberries
• 2–3 tablespoons honey, plus extra for drizzling
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for crunch)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh mint or rosemary for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat ovento 375°F
2. Prepare the pears:
   • Slice each pear in half lengthwise and scoop out the core with a spoon to make a small cavity.
   • Brush lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. Make the filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix feta, dried cranberries, nuts (if using), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
4. Stuff the pears:
   • Spoon the feta-cranberry mixture into the pear cavities.
5. Bake:
   • Place the pears in a baking dish and drizzle with 2–3 tablespoons of honey.
   • Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
   • Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until pears are tender but not mushy.
6. Serve:
   • Drizzle with extra honey if desired and garnish with fresh mint or rosemary.
   • Serve warm as a holiday dessert or even as a festive side dish.

✨ Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of nutmeg to the filling.
• You can roast them alongside a holiday main—the pears will pick up a subtle warmth from the oven.