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Sometimes the best lunches happen when you discover you already have everything you need in the refrigerator. That’s exactly how this Open-Face Prosciutto, Pear & Blue Cheese Sandwich came to be.
I spotted the recipe while flipping through the WeightWatchers 360 Family Style Cookbook and was delighted to realize I had every ingredient on hand. Just a few minutes later, lunch was on the table.
The combination of warm sautéed pears, salty prosciutto, creamy blue cheese, and a drizzle of honey feels a little fancy without requiring much effort. Served with a simple green salad, it made a wonderfully satisfying lunch that kept me happily full all afternoon.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 15 minutes
- Sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy in every bite
- Perfect for a quick lunch or light supper
- Easy enough for weekdays but elegant enough for entertaining
- Also makes a wonderful appetizer when cut into small pieces
Ingredients & Notes
- Firm ripe pear – Choose a pear that’s ripe but still firm enough to hold its shape while sautéing.
- Country wheat bread – A hearty bread provides the best foundation. Gluten-free bread works well too.
- Prosciutto – Thinly sliced prosciutto adds wonderful savory flavor. Good-quality deli ham is an excellent substitute.
- Blue cheese – Gorgonzola is my favorite, but any creamy blue cheese will work.
- Honey – Just a drizzle ties all the flavors together.
How to Make this Prosciutto Pear Sandwich
- Spray a large skillet (affiliate link) with nonstick cooking spray. Set it over medium heat.
- Add the pear slices in a single layer and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes on each side.
- Divide the pear slices evenly among the toasted bread spreading them out in an even layer.
- Top each sandwich with the prosciutto and sprinkle with the blue cheese.
- Drizzle with honey and serve while warm.
Recipe Tips
- Don’t skip sautéing the pears. I was tempted to, but those warm, lightly caramelized pears are what take this sandwich from good to truly memorable.
- Toast the bread well so it stays crisp beneath the toppings.
- Serve immediately while the pears are still warm.
Variations
- Substitute thinly sliced smoked turkey or ham for the prosciutto.
- Try goat cheese if blue cheese isn’t your favorite.
- Add a handful of arugula for a peppery bite.
- Cut into small squares for an easy appetizer.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this sandwich with:
- A simple green salad
- Fresh fruit
- A cup of soup
- Sparkling water or iced tea for a light lunch
Storage
This sandwich is best enjoyed immediately after assembling.
Cut into thin slices or small squares, this open-face prosciutto pear blue cheese sandwich would make a yummy appetizer too.
How Many Calories and WW Points?
According to my calculations, each sandwich has 288 calories.
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8 PointsPlus (Old plan)
These nutritional values will be mostly dependent on the kind of bread you use. Enjoy!
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Open-Face Prosciutto Pear Blue Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe, but firm, pear, quartered, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 slices country wheat bread, toasted (gluten-free if desired)
- 2 thin slices prosciutto (about 1 ounce)
- 1 ounce Gorgonzola or other blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 teaspoons honey
Instructions
- Spray a large skillet (affiliate link) with nonstick cooking spray. Set it over medium heat.
- Add the pear slices in a single layer and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes on each side.
- Divide the pear slices evenly among the toasted bread spreading them out in an even layer.
- Top each sandwich with the prosciutto and sprinkle with the blue cheese.
- Drizzle with honey and serve while warm.
Notes
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 8 PointsPlus (Old plan) Don’t skip heating the pear. I almost did in the name of laziness, but it’s the warm pears that elevate this sandwich from good to great. If you don’t like prosciutto or can’t get it, I think any high quality deli ham could be substituted. Cut into thin slices or small squares, this open-face prosciutto pear blue cheese sandwich would make a yummy appetizer too.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Source: Weight Watchers 360 Family Style Cookbook (affiliate link)
