Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine
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Description
Gorgonzola is an Italian blue cheese with a rich, strong flavor. If you would prefer something a little more mild, cream cheese or brie would be good alternatives.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 12
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (8 oz) loaf Baking Stone honey whole grain bread, sliced diagonally to 1/2-inch-thick slices | ||
| 1 tbsp. plus extra Hy-Vee Select olive oil to spread on bread | ||
| ½ c. soft gorgonzola cheese | ||
| ⅓ c. mascarpone | ||
| 3 c. baby arugula | ||
| 1 ½ tsp. red wine vinegar | ||
| 1 pear, cored and thinly sliced | ||
| 3 tbsp. golden raisins | ||
| ½ c. toasted Hy-Vee walnuts | ||
| Hy-Vee honey, for drizzling |
Directions
- Brush bread slices with olive oil. Cook on a preheated ridged pan on the stove top until toasted or in the oven at 350 degrees on a sheet pan for 5 to 10 minutes, until crisp.
- In a small bowl, mash gorgonzola and mascarpone together. In a large bowl, toss arugula with 1 tablespoon olive oil and vinegar. Spread gorgonzola mixture on toasted bread. Top with pear slices, arugula mixture, raisins and walnuts. Drizzle with honey.
Nutrition facts
Servings
190 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 6g
Daily Values
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Vitamin A 8%
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Vitamin C 6%
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Iron 4%
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Calcium 8%
Recipe Source:
Hy-Vee Seasons Holiday 2013.