Pickled pears & cheese platter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Pickled pears & cheese platter
55 min.
8
463kcal

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If you're looking for an elegant yet simple dish that highlights seasonal produce, look no further than this delightful Pickled Pears & Cheese Platter. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe brings together the sweet, tart flavors of pickled pears with the rich, savory notes of strong cheese. With a prep time of just 55 minutes, you can impress your guests without spending the entire day in the kitchen.

The essence of this dish lies in the balance between the crunch of nutty brown bread and the melt-in-your-mouth texture of the pickled pears. The unique infusion of pink peppercorns and mustard seeds adds a delightful complexity that elevates this platter to gourmet status. Picture this: the zingy brightness of the pears, combined with the creamy richness of a firm cheese like Stilton or a tangy goat's cheese, creates an irresistible pairing that will leave everyone raving.

Layered beautifully on a platter, this dish not only looks stunning but also encourages sharing and conversation. Complement it with a few winter salad leaves for a pop of color and freshness. It's an ideal centerpiece for any festive table or an inviting addition to an afternoon lunch. Get ready to delight your taste buds and those of your loved ones with this sophisticated yet approachable dish!

Ingredients

  • 500 ml cider vinegar 
  • 250 golden caster sugar 
  • tbsp pink peppercorns 
  • tbsp mustard seed white yellow
  • 10  cloves 
  • small pears firm
  • large loaf walnut with a good crust
  • 700 a firmish goat's cheese good
  • servings winter salad leaves 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Put the vinegar, sugar and spices into a large saucepan with 500ml of water.
  2. Heat gently to melt the sugar. Meanwhile, peel the pears, halve, then scoop out the core with a teaspoon or melon-baller.
  3. Add the pears to the pan, they should be just about covered with the liquid, then bring to a simmer for 25-30 mins. Test the pears with a tip of a knife they should be just tender. Lift out with a slotted spoon and put into a large Kilner jar or a few smaller ones. Boil the liquid down to about 600ml, then pour over the pears to cover. Seal and store in the fridge for up to a week, before serving.
  4. On Christmas Day, remove the pears from the fridge so they come up to room temperature. To serve, thickly slice and toast the bread and slice the cheese into thin wedges. Lift the pears from the jar and layer up with the cheese on a large platter or board, then scatter with some leaves.
  5. Serve with the bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories463kcal
Protein15.12%
Fat36.74%
Carbs48.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.09
Glycemic Load
6.97
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.429130295049%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.05mg
Catechin
0.4mg
Epigallocatechin
0.87mg
Epicatechin
5.56mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.44mg
Quercetin
1.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:463.21kcal
23.16%
Fat:19.12g
29.42%
Saturated Fat:12.84g
80.25%
Carbohydrates:56.39g
18.8%
Net Carbohydrates:51.3g
18.65%
Sugar:45.84g
50.94%
Cholesterol:40.25mg
13.42%
Sodium:348.13mg
15.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.71g
35.41%
Copper:0.83mg
41.44%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.76%
Vitamin A:1459.58IU
29.19%
Phosphorus:274.8mg
27.48%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.44%
Vitamin C:16.86mg
20.44%
Fiber:5.09g
20.37%
Calcium:181.36mg
18.14%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.94%
Iron:2.79mg
15.49%
Potassium:385.01mg
11%
Magnesium:41.18mg
10.29%
Vitamin K:10.53µg
10.03%
Folate:39.5µg
9.87%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.89%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.7%
Selenium:4.94µg
7.06%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.73%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.77%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.77%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.74%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.33%