SAUTéED PEARS WITH BACON AND MUSTARD DRESSING

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Pears and walnuts are delicious together; walnuts and bacon make total sense. When you combine them all, it's magic.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Pear     Walnut     Side     Bacon     Thanksgiving

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces slab bacon, sliced 1/4" thick, slices cut into 1/4" pieces
4 ripe but firm Bosc pears, quartered, seeds removed
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon, plus 2 teaspoons walnut oil or olive oil
1/2 cup unsalted, roasted walnuts
Sliced chives (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crisp around edges, 10-12 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 1 Tbsp. bacon fat from skillet.
  • Season pears with salt and pepper and cook in skillet with bacon fat over medium-high, turning occasionally, until golden brown and starting to soften (they should be slightly firm at cores), 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a platter; let cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, mustard, and 3 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl to combine; season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss walnuts with remaining 2 tsp. oil in another small bowl; season with salt. Drizzle dressing over pears and scatter walnuts and bacon on top. Just before serving, top with chives.
  • Do ahead
  • Dish (without chives) can be made 3 hours ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.

Sajjad Chattha
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I really enjoyed this dish! The pears were perfectly caramelized and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. The mustard dressing was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Gianni Freeman
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This dish was okay. The pears were cooked well and the bacon was crispy. However, the mustard dressing was a bit too strong for my taste. Overall, I think this recipe needs some tweaking to improve the flavor.


Gemmachan
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The pears were not very flavorful and the bacon was overcooked. The mustard dressing was also not very tangy. Overall, I was disappointed with this dish.


Badhon Loskor
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if the pears were not caramelized as much. The bacon and mustard dressing were good, but the sweetness of the pears overpowered the other flavors.


Jordan Jenkins
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pears were cooked perfectly and the bacon and mustard dressing added a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Brandon Hillyer
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The pears are cooked slowly until they are tender and caramelized. The bacon adds a nice smoky flavor and the mustard dressing is tangy and flavorful. Overall, this is a delicious


AGAH ASIF
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use different types of pears and bacon, and you can adjust the amount of mustard in the dressing to suit your taste. It's also a great dish to serve as an appetizer or a main course.


Ramin Baraki
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pears and bacon cook quickly and the mustard dressing is simple to make. The flavors are all well-balanced and the dish is very satisfying.


Sdahaht Sdahaht
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I really enjoyed this dish! The pears were perfectly caramelized and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. The mustard dressing was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Afran Johir
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This dish was okay. The pears were cooked well and the bacon was crispy. However, the mustard dressing was a bit too strong for my taste. Overall, I think this recipe needs some tweaking to improve the flavor.


Musinguzi Patrick
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The pears were not very flavorful and the bacon was overcooked. The mustard dressing was also not very tangy. Overall, I was disappointed with this dish.


Matthew Batterham
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This dish is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if the pears were not caramelized as much. The bacon and mustard dressing were good, but the sweetness of the pears overpowered the other flavors.


Wayne David
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The pears are perfectly caramelized and the bacon adds a nice crispy texture. The mustard dressing is tangy and flavorful. Overall, this is a great dish that I would definitely recommend.


darksidejustin1234 hi
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The pears are always tender and juicy, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. The mustard dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Danny Cardenas
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pears and bacon are always cooked perfectly and the mustard dressing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Joyce Mmbone
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The flavors in this dish are incredible! The sweetness of the pears, the saltiness of the bacon, and the tanginess of the mustard dressing all come together perfectly. It's a great dish for a special occasion or even just a weeknight meal.


Sohail sab
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems. The end result was impressive and tasted like something out of a restaurant.


Rao Ashfaq
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients. The pears were perfectly caramelized and the bacon added a nice crispy touch. The mustard dressing tied everything together beautifully.


Beroth Oil Company and 4 Brothers Food Stores
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Absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet pears, savory bacon, and tangy mustard dressing is heavenly. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again and again!