Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVilla Italia Restaurant & BarPear & Arugula Recipe

Pear & Arugula Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Poached pears, caramelized walnuts, Gorgonzola, fontina cheese and arugula

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Poaching the Pears

    In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a simmer. Peel and halve the pears, then add them to the simmering liquid. Poach for about 15-20 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Caramelizing the Walnuts

    In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the walnuts and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.

  3. 3

    Assembling the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine arugula, poached pears (sliced), caramelized walnuts, Gorgonzola, and Fontina cheese. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar before serving.

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