Ingredients

• 2 large firm pears, cored and cut into wedges

• 2 tablespoons butter

• Pinch of salt

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 1 red onion, thinly sliced

• Mixed greens of your choice (arugula, romaine, red leaf lettuce, etc.)

• Blue cheese, crumbled

• Optional: candied nuts (walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts) for added crunch

• Dressing of your choice (vinaigrette, lemon and olive oil, or honey mustard)

Instructions

1. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the pear wedges in a single layer and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden and caramelized.

2. Reduce heat slightly, add sliced onion, honey, a pinch of salt, and some fresh black pepper. Stir and cook for another 3 minutes until onions soften and caramelize.

3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4. Toss the mixed greens with your chosen dressing.

5. Arrange the greens on a serving plate, top with the warm caramelized pears and onions.

6. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the salad.

7. Add candied nuts if using and serve immediately.

This salad delivers a perfect balance of sweet caramelized pears, creamy blue cheese, savory onions, and crunchy nuts for a delightful texture contrast.