Description
This gourmet flatbread brings together sweet pears, tangy Gorgonzola, and crunchy walnuts for an elegant and flavorful dish. Topped with fresh arugula and a balsamic glaze, it’s perfect as an appetizer, light meal, or party snack. A simple yet sophisticated recipe that will impress every time!
Ingredients
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- 1 store-bought flatbread or pizza dough (or homemade)
- 1 ripe but firm pear (Bosc or Anjou), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup (60g) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts
- 2 cups (60g) arugula
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinegar)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Prepare the flatbread
- Roll out the flatbread or pizza dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the dough and spread evenly.
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Add toppings
- Arrange pear slices evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle Gorgonzola cheese and chopped walnuts on top.
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Bake
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and crisp and the cheese is melted.
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Add arugula
- In a small bowl, toss the arugula with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Once the flatbread is out of the oven, top it with fresh arugula.
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Drizzle and serve
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the flatbread.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap Gorgonzola for goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.
- Add a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
- Pair with a glass of white wine for a sophisticated meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg