Plank Roasted Pears

I realize I haven't blogged in a while and people have been asking me to post something ... anything! I wanted to be sure it was post worthy and OMG .... this is! Thanks to my gal pal Lara Barnum for testing this recipe with me and being such good company all the time.

This recipe will feed four as a nice side (to grilled pizza). Or four lunching ladies as the main dish.

2 cedar (or your choice) grilling planks, soaked in water for at least 1 hour before using.
4 large Anjou or Bartlett pears
2 TBSP unsalted butter, melted
2 TBSP honey
1/2 cup Gorgonzola, crumbled
4 cups mixed green salad

1/4 cup Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette (optional)

Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette

2/3 c EVOO
3 TBSP fresh lemon juice
2 TBSP anchovy paste
1 TBSP white balsamic (or whatever vinegar you like)
1 TBSP lemon zest
1 clove garlic minced

Prepare fire in grill. Let it get super hot. You can prepare Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette while your grill gets hot. Cut pears in half length wise (leaving stems in tact for presentation). Remove core. On baking sheet, place pears core side up. (I cut a flat surface on the bottom to create a level canvass). In bowl, mix melted butter w/honey. Brush pears with this mix. Sprinkle pears w/cheese.

Place planks on the hot grill grate and close lid. When planks start to smoke and pop (and smell heavenly) about 3-5 mins, open lid and turn planks over. Place pear halves on planks core side up. Cover and roast for 12-15 mins until pears are scorched around the edges and the cheese has melted (OMG YUM!!). Serve over mixed green w/Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette.

The photo shows the plank on fire, but don't worry the pears were delicious and I plan on making this again and again!