Sylvianne’s Poires Farcies
This recipe comes from Lisa Schwartz, Guest Food Wise Booth Chef on February 9, 2009. It was originaly published in Over the Rainbeau: Living the Dream of Sustainable Farming.
Serves 8
INGREDIENTS:
2-3 leeks, washed thoroughly
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Olive oil
4 pears, peeled and halved
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
Mixed salad greens
PREPARATION:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Chop leeks finely. Sauté leeks with garlic and ginger in olive oil until softened and just before they turn golden.
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In a lightly oiled casserole dish, place pears cut side up.
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Fill center with goat cheese and top with leek mixture.
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Bake in oven for 20 minutes until pears soften, warmed throughout.
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Serve on a bed of greens as a first course or use as a side dish