INGREDIENTS
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1/3 cup walnuts
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One 1 1/4-pound eggplant, peeled and sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
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Extra-virgin olive oil
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Salt
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Freshly ground pepper
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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2 Bosc pears—peeled, cored and sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
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1 tablespoon Cognac or other brandy
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1 small garlic clove, minced
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1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley
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1 tablespoon chopped chives
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1 tablespoon honey
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Thin shavings of Pecorino Toscano cheese