Red Wine Poached Pear Gorgonzola Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large saucepan, combine red wine, sugar, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a boil.
• STEP 2.Reduce heat to low and add the pears. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
• STEP 3.Remove the pears from the poaching liquid and let them cool. Slice them into thin wedges.
• STEP 4.In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, sliced pears, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, and walnuts.
• STEP 5.In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
• STEP 6.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Cooking Tips

• Choose ripe but firm pears for poaching to ensure they hold their shape.
• You can make the poached pears ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• To prevent the pears from browning, you can toss them in a little lemon juice after slicing.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately after tossing with the dressing.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To serve again, you can refresh the salad by adding a little more dressing and tossing gently.