Sautéed Pears With Bacon and Mustard Dressing
Sautéed Pears With Bacon and Mustard Dressing is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crisp around edges, 10–12 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCook bacon in a large skillet over medium, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crisp around edges, 10–12 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.
Pour off all but 1 Tbsp. bacon fat from skillet.
Season pears with salt and pepper and cook in skillet with bacon fat over medium-high, turning occasionally, until golden brown and starting to soften (they should be slightly firm at cores), 5–7 minutes.
Transfer to a platter; let cool.
Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, mustard, and 3 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl to combine; season dressing with salt and pepper.
Toss walnuts with remaining 2 tsp. oil in another small bowl; season with salt.
Drizzle dressing over pears and scatter walnuts and bacon on top.
Just before serving, top with chives.
Dish (without chives) can be made 3 hours ahead.
Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.