SAUTéED PEARS WITH BACON AND MUSTARD DRESSING
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
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.
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Sajjad Chattha
sc5@gmail.comI 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
gf42@gmail.comThis 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
gemmachan21@yahoo.comI 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
badhon.l@yahoo.comThis 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
jenkins_jordan63@hotmail.comI'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
hillyer.b99@hotmail.comThis 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
asifagah60@gmail.comI 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
b_ramin@hotmail.comThis 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
sdahaht_sdahaht86@yahoo.comI 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
a_j7@hotmail.comThis 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
pmusinguzi@hotmail.comI 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
b50@yahoo.comThis 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
d.wayne33@gmail.comI 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
hdarksidejustin123464@yahoo.comThis 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
d_cardenas@aol.comI'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
j-m@hotmail.frThe 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
s_sohail72@yahoo.comI 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
ashfaqr@yahoo.comThis 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
b_s@yahoo.comAbsolutely 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!