Pear and Gorgonzola Tart

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Health score
2%
Pear and Gorgonzola Tart
45 min.
4
924kcal

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Craving a dessert that's both sophisticated and surprisingly simple? Look no further than this stunning Pear and Gorgonzola Tart! This popular recipe, ready in under an hour, will transform your kitchen into a gourmet haven. The combination of sweet, juicy pears and tangy, creamy gorgonzola is a match made in culinary heaven, offering a delightful contrast that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine biting into a flaky walnut pie shell, layered with a smooth and decadent gorgonzola cream, and topped with perfectly poached, fanned pears. The poaching process, infused with the aromatic notes of bay leaf and peppercorns, elevates the humble pear to a new level of flavor intensity. This tart is a beautiful blend of textures and tastes that's sure to impress your guests or simply treat yourself to something special.

Don't be intimidated by the seemingly elegant outcome! This recipe is incredibly straightforward, even for beginner bakers. With clear instructions and readily available ingredients, you'll be enjoying this delectable dessert in no time. Prepare to be amazed by how easily you can create a restaurant-quality dessert right in your own kitchen. This Pear and Gorgonzola Tart is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, creamy and crunchy – a true masterpiece for your palate!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  •  peppercorns black
  • large egg yolk 
  • ounces gorgonzola room temperature ()
  • 1.5 tablespoon honey 
  •  pears cored peeled cut in half and )
  •  walnut pie shell (fitted in tart pans and pre-baked)
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • cups sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves chopped ()
  • cup water 
  • cups white wine 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place the pears in a large sauce pan with cut side down followed by the sugar, wine, water, peppercorns, and bay leaves and simmer covered until the pears are tender, about 10-30 minutes. (Note: The simmer time can vary depending on how ripe the pears are.)
  2. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature in the liquid.
  3. Slice the pears thinly.
  4. Mix the gorgonzola, sour cream, honey, thyme and egg yolk inf a food processor until smooth.
  5. Spread the filling out over the tart crust and top with fanned sliced pears.
  6. Bake in a preheated 350F oven until the filling is set, about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories924kcal
Protein4.88%
Fat27.53%
Carbs67.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.53
Glycemic Load
77.82
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.891739223314%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.83mg
Malvidin
0.07mg
Catechin
1.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.53mg
Epicatechin
4.01mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.48mg
Naringenin
0.46mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:923.64kcal
46.18%
Fat:26.38g
40.58%
Saturated Fat:12.1g
75.64%
Carbohydrates:145.71g
48.57%
Net Carbohydrates:141.8g
51.56%
Sugar:117.24g
130.27%
Cholesterol:84.12mg
28.04%
Sodium:522.01mg
22.7%
Alcohol:12.36g
100%
Alcohol %:3.26%
100%
Protein:10.52g
21.04%
Calcium:216.21mg
21.62%
Phosphorus:211.81mg
21.18%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.52%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.59%
Fiber:3.91g
15.64%
Selenium:10.86µg
15.51%
Folate:55.69µg
13.92%
Iron:1.97mg
10.95%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.35%
Potassium:352.02mg
10.06%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.91%
Vitamin A:494.9IU
9.9%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.41%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.24%
Magnesium:35.59mg
8.9%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.77%
Vitamin K:8.8µg
8.38%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.15%
Copper:0.15mg
7.58%
Vitamin C:4.55mg
5.51%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.95%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.47%