Para uma entrada elegante ou um petisco que surpreende, estas Pêras Crocantes com Queijo Brie são a escolha ideal. A doçura suculenta das pêras encontra a cremosidade do queijo brie e a crocância da massa filo, tudo realçado pela subtil picância da pimenta rosa e o toque tostado dos pinhões. É uma explosão de texturas e sabores que promete encantar o paladar e adicionar um toque de sofisticação a qualquer ocasião.

Ingredientes

  • 2 Pêras descascadas e cortadas em cubinhos
  • 5 Folhas de massa filo
  • 150gr Manteiga
  • 1 Cebola finamente picada
  • 1 Colher sopa de mel
  • 50gr Pinhões
  • 1 Colher chá de Pimenta rosa
  • 100gr Queijo Brie

Preparação

  1. Levar uma pequena frigideira ao lume, adicionar os pinhões até ganhar um pouco de cor e reservar.
  2. Numa frigideira colocar 1 colher sopa de manteiga, levar ao lume, acrescentar a cebola e refogar até ficar translúcida, adicionar as peras, a pimenta rosa e deixar cozinhar por breves minutos. (reservar para arrefecer)
  3. Fazer os rolinhos de massa filo começando por cortar cada folha em 4 partes iguais, utilizar 2 partes para cada rolinho, pincelar a massa filo com manteiga derretida.
  4. Numa das extremidades da massa filo colocar uma colher de chá de recheio de pêra, uma pequena porção de pinhões tostados e um cubo de queijo brie, dobrar para a frente, dobrar ambos os lados para o centro e enrolar até ao fim.
  5. Misturar o mel com a manteiga, pincelar os rolinhos e levar ao forno pré aquecido a 180 graus até ficarem dourados e estaladiços, acompanhe com maionese de lima e gengibre.

English Version Below: Get ready for a delightful bite with the British English translation!

Crispy Pears with Brie Cheese

Elevate your appetizer game with these exquisite Crispy Pears with Brie Cheese. This dish is a harmonious blend of textures and flavours: the sweet, juicy pears meet the creamy, rich Brie cheese, all encased in a delicate, crispy filo pastry. Enhanced with the subtle warmth of pink peppercorns and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts, it’s a gourmet bite that’s surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its elegant simplicity. It combines classic pairings—fruit and cheese—with a delightful twist. The individual filo rolls make for perfect portion control and a charming presentation. They’re ideal for entertaining, whether as a sophisticated starter at a dinner party or as a unique addition to a cheese board.

For an extra layer of flavour, consider experimenting with different cheeses, such as goat cheese for a tangier profile, or even a smoked cheddar for a deeper, more savoury note. The suggested lime and ginger mayonnaise accompaniment offers a fantastic counterpoint to the richness of the rolls, adding a fresh, zesty kick that brightens the entire dish. Don’t be afraid to adjust the sweetness of the honey glaze or the amount of pink peppercorns to suit your personal preference.

Ingredients

  • 2 pears, peeled and diced into small cubes
  • 5 sheets of filo pastry
  • 150g butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 50g pine nuts
  • 1 teaspoon pink peppercorns
  • 100g Brie cheese

Preparation

  1. Heat a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them lightly until golden brown. Set aside.
  2. In a separate frying pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add the diced pears and pink peppercorns, and cook for a few brief minutes until slightly softened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  3. To prepare the filo rolls, start by cutting each sheet of filo pastry into 4 equal parts. You will use 2 pieces for each roll. Brush the filo pastry with melted butter.
  4. At one end of the filo pastry, place a teaspoon of the pear filling, a small portion of the toasted pine nuts, and a cube of Brie cheese. Fold the end over, then fold both sides towards the centre, and roll tightly until you reach the end of the pastry.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the honey with the remaining melted butter. Brush the prepared filo rolls with this honey-butter mixture. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (160°C Fan/Gas Mark 4) until golden and crispy. Serve immediately, ideally accompanied by a lime and ginger mayonnaise.