Ingredient:

• 2 firm medium pears
• 1/4 cup brandy or Cognac, optional
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large fennel bulb, halved, cored and thinly sliced
• 4 cups shredded or thinly sliced cabbage
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons honey or agave nectar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 cup crumbled or sliced Gorgonzola cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted