Mixed Greens with Roasted Pears, Blue Cheese and Spiced Pecans
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Recipe type: Appetizer
 
Ingredients
  • 2-4 pears, peeled and quartered
  • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 3-4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1cup whole pecans
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 medium shallot
  • 4-6 oz mixed greens
  • 4 oz blue cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven 350 F. Remove center core of pears and quarter. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil and one tablespoon balsamic. Bake until soft, 25 min. Cool and cut into slices.
  2. Toss pecans in 1-2 tablespoons of water, the chili powder, cayenne and brown sugar. Bake on a parchment lined baking sheet 8-10 min.
  3. Mix 2-3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar with shallots and wish in remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper
  4. Toss. Enjoy.
Recipe by Basil and Vine at http://www.basilandvine.com/2015/05/03/perfect-party-salad/