Best 4 Blue Cheese And Pear Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Blue Cheese and Pear Pizza, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful pizza features a crispy crust topped with a luscious spread of creamy blue cheese, sweet and juicy pear slices, and a sprinkle of crumbled bacon. The salty tang of the blue cheese harmonizes perfectly with the natural sweetness of the pears, while the bacon adds a smoky, savory touch.

This article offers a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of this unique pizza. From the classic Blue Cheese and Pear Pizza to innovative variations like the Prosciutto and Fig Pizza and the Spicy Sausage and Pear Pizza, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Whether you're a seasoned pizzaiolo or a home cook looking to impress your friends and family, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your pizza turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND PEAR PIZZA



Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Pear Pizza image

A fresh and tasty appetizer pizza.

Provided by M.J.W.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pre-baked pizza crust
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 pears - peeled, cored and sliced
¼ cup toasted walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place the pizza crust on a pizza pan. Bake in the preheated oven until just crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the garlic, Dijon mustard, rosemary, and vinegar in a food processor or blender. Turn on, and drizzle in the olive oil slowly until the dressing has thickened. Quickly pulse in 1/4 cup of blue cheese; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the vinaigrette over the pizza crust. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of blue cheese evenly over the crust, followed by the mozzarella cheese. Arrange the sliced pears over the cheese, and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted and is bubbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Let cool slightly before cutting into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 536.8 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

BLUE CHEESE AND PEAR PIZZA



Blue Cheese And Pear Pizza image

Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     pizza and calzones, appetizer

Time 2h10m

Yield Six to 12 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
2 teaspoons granular yeast
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
3/4 cup rye flour
2 3/4 cups, approximately, all-purpose flour, plus enough for rolling out dough
Salt to taste, if desired
1 tablespoon olive oil
Oil for greasing a bowl
4 firm, ripe, unblemished pears, about half a pound each
1/2 lemon
Cornmeal for sprinkling on tin
2 1/4 cups grated Gruyere cheese
1 1/3 cups crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup melted butter, approximately

Steps:

  • Put the water in a warm bowl and sprinkle the yeast and brown sugar on top. Stir to dissolve and set aside.
  • Combine the rye flour, all-purpose flour, salt and olive oil in a mixing bowl and blend well. Add the yeast mixture and blend. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured board and knead about 10 minutes. The dough should not be sticky. Add a litle more flour if necessary.
  • Shape the dough into a ball. Lightly oil the inside of a mixing bowl, place the dough in it and cover closely with a sheet of clear plastic wrap. Let the dough stand in a reasonably warm place until it is doubled in bulk, 45 minutes to an hour. Punch the dough down, shape into a ball and return it to a clean, lightly oiled bowl. Let stand again until doubled in bulk, 30 minutes or so.
  • Meanwhile, peel the pears and rub them with the lemon to prevent discoloring. Cut the pears in half lengthwise and remove the cores with a melon-ball cutter. Cut the pear halves into the thinnest possible slices. There should be about six cups.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees.
  • Punch the dough down and divide it into thirds. Roll out each third into a 10- to 11-inch circle. Sprinkle three pizza tins or baking sheets lightly with cornmeal and place a circle of dough on each.
  • Arrange a first layer of pear slices close together in concentric circles on each round, leaving a margin of about one inch from the outer rim of dough. Scatter a third of the grated Gruyere over each. Cover with a slightly smaller portion of pear slices and sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese. Brush the rim of each pizza with melted butter.
  • Place the pizzas on a rack in the oven and bake 10 to 12 minutes.

PEAR, BLUE CHEESE, AND WALNUT PIZZA



Pear, Blue Cheese, and Walnut Pizza image

This pizza featuring canned pears, bacon, blue cheese, and walnuts makes an easy appetizer or a beautiful dinner!

Provided by Lala2003

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Fruit

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ stick unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup finely chopped walnuts
1 prepared pizza dough
1 (15 ounce) can pears, drained and thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped cooked bacon
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Mix butter, thyme, lemon juice, sage, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until butter melts, about 3 minutes. Transfer herb butter to a container and refrigerate until solid, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and add onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Heat another skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts and stir frequently until browned, about 1 minute.
  • Press pizza dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread herb butter over dough and top generously with cooked onions. Sprinkle walnuts on top of onions and distribute pear slices evenly on top. Sprinkle bacon on top of pears and top with blue cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust has risen and browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Allow pizza to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 575.2 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND PEAR PIZZA



BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND PEAR PIZZA image

Categories     Cheese     Nut     Pear     Rosemary     Pizza

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pre-baked pizza crust
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup (divided) blue cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 pears, peeled, cored and sliced
1/4 cup toasted walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place the pizza crust on a pizza pan. Bake in the preheated oven until just crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the garlic, Dijon mustard, rosemary, and vinegar in a food processor or blender. Turn on, and drizzle in the olive oil slowly until the dressing has thickened. Quickly pulse in 1/4 cup of blue cheese; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the vinaigrette over the pizza crust. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of blue cheese evenly over the crust, followed by the mozzarella cheese. Arrange the sliced pears over the cheese, and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted and is bubbly, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly before cutting into slices.

Tips:

  • Use ripe pears: The sweetness of ripe pears will balance the sharpness of the blue cheese.
  • Choose a bold blue cheese: A strong blue cheese will stand up to the other flavors on the pizza.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza: Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
  • Bake the pizza until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the pizza is cooked through.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing: This will help the cheese to set and prevent it from becoming runny.

Conclusion:

Blue cheese and pear pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The combination of sweet pears, sharp blue cheese, and salty prosciutto is sure to please everyone at your table. Serve it with a glass of your favorite white wine for a truly special meal.

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