That sounds like a stunning dish — earthy, sweet, tangy, and creamy all in one elegant stack. Here’s a detailed recipe for Roasted Beet Blue Cheese Towers with Pear & Balsamic Glaze:
🧀 Roasted Beet & Blue Cheese Towers with Pear & Balsamic Glaze
📝 Ingredients:
For the Towers:
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3 medium beets, peeled and sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 ripe but firm pear, thinly sliced
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4 oz blue cheese (Gorgonzola or Roquefort work well)
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¼ cup chopped walnuts or candied pecans (optional)
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Fresh arugula or microgreens for garnish
For the Balsamic Glaze:
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½ cup balsamic vinegar
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
🔪 Instructions:
1. Roast the Beets:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Toss beet slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender.
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Let cool slightly.
2. Make the Balsamic Glaze:
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In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar and honey to a gentle simmer.
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Reduce for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until syrupy.
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Remove from heat and let cool — it will thicken more as it cools.
3. Assemble the Towers:
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On a plate, place a beet slice as the base.
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Add a slice of pear, then a bit of blue cheese.
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Repeat layers 2–3 times, finishing with blue cheese on top.
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Sprinkle with nuts if using.
4. Garnish & Serve:
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Drizzle towers generously with balsamic glaze.
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Add a small bunch of arugula or microgreens on top or around the plate.
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Optional: Crack some fresh black pepper over everything.
🍷 Pairing Suggestion:
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a subtly sweet Riesling balances the richness of the blue cheese and the sweetness of the glaze.
