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Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Pear Gorgonzola Risotto

The other day I saw a recipe for flatbread with carmelized leeks, pears and blue cheese. The flavor combination was definately one I wanted to try, I just didn't want even half a flatbread for myself since I didn't think it would reheat very well. The ingredients ran around in my head, then one night before I fell asleep I settled on risotto! Turns out the idea is not that unique, but it was delightful nonetheless! Mine differed slightly, so here's what I did...

with some chicken sausage

Pear Gorgonzola Risotto
Recipe by Shannon



1T EVOO
1 medium leek, cut (half-moon shaped) and cleaned
1/2c arborio rice
2T white wine (the last of a bottle, I keep the small ones on hand for cooking, optional)
~2c stock, warmed
~1/3c gorgonzola
1 bosc pear, chopped (I left the skin on)

In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add leeks and cook until nice and softened, but not browned. Add wine if using, stir and let rice absorb the liquid. Add stock, ~1/2c at a time, stir, then wait until liquid absorb. Once the rice is tender and no longer taking up liquid, stir in the gorgonzola and pear, and serve! I turned off the heat and left it on the burner for a little bit to allow the flavors to incorporate a bit more.
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32 comments:

  1. LizNoVeggieGirlJanuary 14, 2009 at 7:10 PM

    Sounds sensational!!

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  2. EricaJanuary 14, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    Looks great. I really love risotto and am always looking for new varieties.

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  3. EsiJanuary 14, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    Sounds like a good combo. I need to come up with a new risotto idea, too.

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  4. ReeniJanuary 14, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    Love the flavors! So delicious!!

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  5. SaraJanuary 14, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    This looks great. There's a restaurant by me that makes a pear and blue cheese pizza, as well as a pear and brie quesadilla.

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  6. HEABJanuary 14, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    I have never made risotto. Not quiet sure why as it looks delicious! Well, at least your's does. Thanks for sharing!

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  7. MeghannJanuary 14, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    OMG that looks great! Yum!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 14, 2009 at 9:59 PM

    that looks SCRUMPTIOUS!
    oooh you have no idea how excited i am to see what you made!

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  9. Jersey Girl CooksJanuary 14, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    Great flavors.

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  10. healthy ashleyJanuary 14, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Oooh!I need to try making risotto. By the way (I knew you'd be the one who could answer this!)- are lentils supposed to smell HORRIBLE!? Please help me because as mine were cooking I had to open all windows and buy air freshener! EWWW!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    I love the pear/gorgonzola/carmelized onion (leek) combo. I like it on salads, I like it on pizza and I'm sure I'd love it in risotto! Some toasted walnuts go well, too.

    I love to make risotto, because there are almost infinate variations.(Plus it's always so creamy and comforting!)

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2009 at 12:55 AM

    Hey, it's unique to me! I've had pear gorgonzola pizza before and absolutely loved it, so I'm pretty sure I'd love this!

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  13. UnknownJanuary 15, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    healthy ashley- hmm, i've only made them a handful of times, and i don't seem to recall any bad smells... so that's not too helpful :(

    pumpkin- ooh, toasted walnuts! that would've totally worked here, next time :)

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  14. healthy ashleyJanuary 15, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    ttfn- Thanks for the info. Mine were sitting in the cabinet (dry) for about 6 months and then I think I soaked them for too long (36 hours), when I don't think they have to be soaked at all. Either way, the smell is rancid, so I'm tossing them!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    I LOVE this! Fruits like pear and apple plus blue cheese or gorgonzola cheese is one of my favorite pairings.

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  16. Mrs. LCJanuary 15, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    sounds wonderful!!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    My MIL makes the best risotto - like your combo though!

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  18. Every Gym's NightmareJanuary 15, 2009 at 2:22 PM

    wow this looks amazing! so creative

    Kelly turner
    www.everygymsnightmare.com

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2009 at 3:41 PM

    Great risotto combo. I keep the mini white wines on hand for "cooking" too. :)

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  20. vanillasugarblogJanuary 15, 2009 at 6:23 PM

    I love this combo! And the sausage looks good too.
    Are you staying warm in this artic blast? Gets worse tomorrow.

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  21. test it commJanuary 15, 2009 at 8:47 PM

    Looks great! I really enjoyed that risotto. The sweet pear went really well with the savoury gorgonzola.

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  22. HangryPantsJanuary 15, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Well it has blue cheese so that's good enough for me. :D

    I saw your comment on my blog about Ellie Krieger. Have you ever made her chocolate pie? I always want to try it. Or the banana cream pie? I love the carrot cupcakes.

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    Hey Shannon! I wanted to answer the questions you posted on my blog the last couple of days.

    1) I'm not following the P90X meal plan exactly, but I am following their advice of incorporating a little more protein in my diet. I realized as I looked over their chart which portions out protein, fruits, veggies, etc. that I was a little lacking when it came to protein and veggies and had an overabundance of fruit and grains, so I'm just trying to balance them out and I'll see where it gets me :o)

    2) There's a little bit of jumping up and down, especially during the warm up because we do jumping jacks a lot. But I'd say that overall it's minimal and you could probably get by with doing it without annoying your neighbors!

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  24. CaitlinJanuary 16, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    cheese + pear = heaven!

    i missed you!!

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  25. Fit MommyJanuary 16, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I love any kind of risotto and that sounds wonderful!

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  26. alexandra's kitchenJanuary 16, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    i think that sounds very unique! pear and gorgonzola are classic, but i've never thought to put them in risotto. that and the flatbread sound fabulous.

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  27. HeatherBakesJanuary 16, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Risotto is my favorite dish to cook, and I LOVE pear and gorgonzola together... sounds like a winner :)

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Ooh I like the sound of that. Unusual combination of flavors that would taste great together!

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  29. laurenJanuary 16, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    anything that includes gorgonzola is a winner in my book. looks great!

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 2:59 PM

    It's my first time on your blog and this recipe just caught my undivided attention. I just love the combination of pear and gorgonzola and this risotto sounds wonderful!

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  31. amycaseycooksJanuary 19, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    I love cheese and fruit combinations. Gorgonzola and pear is a favorite. I will be giving your recipe a try.

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  32. DazyAugust 18, 2009 at 1:22 AM

    I'm making this for dinner tonight. I think I'll try to shoot it, but I don't think it will be as pretty as your picture!

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