FOOD
Pear & Gorgonzola Squares
“Wow your guests with these yummy pear and gorgonzola squares. They make perfect appetisers.” 2–3 ripe, but firm, pears 1 x 250g square sheet puff pastry ½ cup cream cheese ½ cup gorgonzola ¼ cup chopped pecans Honey, to drizzle Fresh rosemary Olive oil, to drizzle
SERVES
6-8
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Thinly slice the pears lengthwise using a knife or a mandolin, then cut each slice in half. Roll the sheet of puff pastry flat. Spread the cream cheese over the pastry, arrange the pears on top, and crumble over the gorgonzola. Sprinkle with the nuts and rosemary and drizzle with honey, then bake for 15–20 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm with fresh rosemary and a drizzle of honey and olive oil.
The Table hits shelves in October.
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