Grilled Pears with Gorgonzola

This is such a simple, easy to make lunch but the taste of it will blow you away. The crispness and subtle hint of garlic paired with the creamy, tangy Gorgonzola and finished with the softened juicy pear is out of this world – just simple, uncomplicated good food at its best.

Serves 2

Ciabatta bread, cut into thin slices – as many as you want!

Olive oil

Small clove of garlic (optional)

2 pears, cut in half

Wedge of Gorgonzola at room temperature

Freshly ground black pepper

Heat a griddle pan or griddler (paninni press) to high. Drizzle the sliced bread with a little olive oil on both sides then quickly toast on the hot griddle until golden and toasted. Rub a little garlic over the toasted ciabatta then set aside.

Using a teaspoon remove the seeds and core from the pears. Drizzle with a little oil then place cut side down on the hot griddle.

Pop the ciabatta and the Gorgonzola onto a serving plate or cutting board as soon as the pears are ready add them to the board as well. Grind over a little pepper then serve at once. You won't be disappointed with this one!

{If you like you could also add a little handful of rocket on the side dressed with a squeeze of lemon juice and a little drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. This also makes a lovely elegant starter.}