It’s hard to find the perfect pear. I always seem to find pears that are hard like an apple and super grainy.
So when I received this beautiful gift basket from Harry & David filled with gorgeous pears, I was hesitant to take a big bite. Boy was I in for a pleasant surprise. Their pears are at the peak of perfection. So juicy and soft as it melts in your mouth.
I’m a Harry & David pear convert.
If you’re looking for the perfect gift to send to a loved one this Holiday season, then look to Harry & David. They have gobs and gobs of mouthwatering gift baskets that will put a smile on any face… and they know it too!
As soon as you open the box you will be in shock at how much care is put into making sure each and every basket is special.
Golden wrapped pears, beautiful ribbon bows…
and even a little card to let you know who packed it!
Talk about feeling special!
There are so many precious gifts in this one basket, and all taste oh-so amazing.
And then there are even more pears underneath it all! BONUS!!
I took these deliciously juicy pears and made a Pear, Goat Cheese and Honey Tart.
It’s a simple and extremely tasty appetizer or even dessert that everyone will love. The combination of the pears and goat cheese is heavenly. It’s mildly sweet with a creamy smooth taste, then made just a tad sweeter with some honey drizzled on top.
Just look at how juicy these pears are! I am wishing I still had some left… time to order another basket!
Cut some pears into thin slices and layer them onto a sheet of puff pastry dough.
Top the pears with a little goat cheese then bake until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Once it’s pulled out of the oven, drizzle a little honey over the top.
Cut the tart into strips, or slices and serve warm. It makes for a delicious appetizer or even a decadent dessert.
I love this.
My kids loved it.
You will love this.
Promise.
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Pear, Goat Cheese and Honey Tart
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry dough, thawed
- 3 pears, ripe and sliced thin
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Lay sliced pears in 3 rows on each thawed puff pastry dough sheet.
- Evenly sprinkle goat cheese on top of each sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until puff pastry is golden brown.
- Drizzle with honey, slice into strips. Enjoy!
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disclaimer: Harry & David sent me this beautiful gift basket to review for my Holiday Gift Guide, and are generously providing the same basket to the winner of the giveaway. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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That just looks so yummy!!! Thanks for sharing!!
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Jeffrey
I wife and I took our parents on a cruise. We all shared a milestone anniversary within a few month span. We also wanted to express our gratitude for them watching our children when my wife and I worked at the same time. We have strange hours and about once a week their grandparents watch them overnight. They all love it but we still felt as though they deserved something nice in return for being there for us.
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crystal
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Anita
My favorite gift was a pair of earrings my husband gave me for my first Mother’s day. But I do just want to say that I have never had a bad pear from Harry and David. They are the best things ever! Especially with a bit of Stilton. Yum!
Elisabeth
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Nicole-Lynn
What a wonderful opportunity! The best gift I’ve ever received was a proposal trip to the US Virgin Islands, St. Thomas when my husband proposed to me! He took off work for me without me knowing, had it all booked and planned! He chartered a private catameran boat for us and proposed to me on a private beach. I was blown away!
Your recipe looks awesome, thanks for sharing!
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Cindy Brickley
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Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.
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Kristie Lee
One year for Valentine’s Day I decided to make my hubby some cute little “love bugs”! Using chocolate hugs, wire mesh and cellophane which I made into tiny wings, and google eyes, I created a whole army of sweet little buggers (it took hours). Wrapped gently and placed in a dressed up box, I waited anxiously for my husband to see my surprise. Unfortunately…my parents dachshunds got to them before my husband did…and ate the whole box! He never did get to see any of my little creations, but I still consider them the “sweetest” gift!
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Leslie
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Michelle Lyons
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Michelle Lyons
I love pears! My whole family loves them. I know the value of goat cheese and hone and believe this will be a fabulous treat! Thanks for sharing it and for the opportunity to win the Mistletoe Basket!
Sheri B.
The best present I ever gave was to my brother’s mother in law, her husband had suddenly passed away and, as an entertainer, had many upcoming shows. I personally called each and every client and told them that he would not be able to fulfill his prior commitments, it was a tough thing for some of his clients to hear as well, since some of them had known him for years. I decided to make those calls so that the family did not have to relive the moment, the shock, the emotions, over and over. It was the best way I could give to them during such a trying time.
Amie
I write piano music but don’t have anything written down. I audiorecorded all of my songs on a DVD and gave it to hubs for our anniversary one year. He loved it.
Kesha
The best gift I have ever given was birth to my daughter and she is the best gift I have ever been given!
Joanne Gregory
One of my best presents was a border collie puppy. I had been wanting a pup for quite some time. Don’t know how my husband managed to keep it a secret!
Marnely Rodriguez
Mmmhm, I would have to say my hubby’s guitar!
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious
The best pressie I gave must have been my wife’s I pad last year cause she’s never away from it!!
Kel
We gave a quilt we made to my mother-in-law.
Ashley
One of my favorites was the hand painted ornament that looked like my in-laws home. It is really special.
Lyndsay
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Sandra
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Stefani
I LOVE Harry & David! They have the only pears and smoked salmon that I will eat. 🙂 The best gift I’ve ever given someone? Well, even though it wasn’t all my doing (must give the credit to God on this one 😉 ), I was able to help give my husband our first son on Father’s Day…he always says that was the best Father’s Day present he’s ever received. Thanks for the great giveaway!
Mellissa
The gift I gave was to my mother & father-in-law. My husband’s family is very large, so I made a ‘family-tree’ quilt. I sent fabric swatches to each of the families for them to return their ‘handprints’. I then made a tree with branches, each branch represented a family. It was so large, I made a queen size quilt. I was so happy with it and my in-laws loved it!
Stacey
I have LONG been a fan of Harry & David. The first time I had one of their pears, it was practically a religious experience.
barbara n
The best present I have ever given is to my children…it is the love that I share with my husband! We have been married 33 years and have 2 grown children.
Shelly
My sister and I gave my mom a blanket that had our daughter’s names on it. It says something along the lines of whenever you touch this heart you will know that we love you. She almost cried when she opened it.
Donnie W
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Jessica
This basket looks incredible! I LOVE all Harry & David product and look forward to trying this Pear & Honey Tart.
MaryB
Best present I’ve ever received was a set of ice cream dishes and the story behind them, written by my sweet mom. The dishes were ones she remembered from her childhood and were given to her by her mother, who remembered them from HER childhood. Wonderful!