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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Cheesy Dishes for a Cozy New Year’s Eve

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated December 18, 2024 · Published December 27, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    As the year comes to a close, there's nothing quite like gathering with friends and family over warm, cheesy dishes that bring comfort and joy. From gooey mac and cheese to the best cheesy dips, these recipes are perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere as you celebrate the New Year. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a quiet night in, these cheesy delights will surely make the evening special.

    Halloumi Portobello Burgers

    A portobello halloumi burger.
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    This Halloumi Burger is packed with mashed avocado, portobello mushroom, chèvre cheese, arugula, and caramelized onions. It's easy to make and always a favorite among friends and family!

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This super cheesy mac and cheese is all done in one dish with no pre-cooking whatsoever - just dump, bake, and enjoy a deliciously comforting dish. With mozzarella & gorgonzola it doesn't get much cheesier than this - or easier!

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    Caprese Salad with Spinach & Cashews

    Caprese salad with cashews.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This hearty caprese dish is perfect for a cozy dinner. It's a great way to enjoy all that cheesy goodness you crave all in a nice salad package that's perfect as an appetizer.

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    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features a tasty mix of Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil stuffed inside juicy chicken filets. It's a great option for a satisfying meal.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is a great choice for a cozy night in, and so tasty you won't mind serving it to guests.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is all about cheesy goodness and comfort. It's a simple meal that's perfect for any night of the week and a great option for one of your courses for New Year's Eve!

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    Gorgonzola Gnocchi

    Grogonzola gnocchi.
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    Enjoy the rich and cheesy flavors in this dish that's great for a cozy date night. Every bite brings a wonderful mix of textures and tastes that will make your evening memorable.

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    Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Gyoza Chickpeas

    sweetheart cabbage salad.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salad combines fresh spinach, sweet cabbage, and chickpeas, all topped with a good amount of Parmesan cheese. It's a tasty and easy meal that's perfect for any day.

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    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples

    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples.
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    Puff Pastry Pizza is a delicious dish that combines salty, savory, and a hint of sweetness. It features toppings like mild blue cheese, red apples, asparagus, and crispy kale chips.

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    Cheesy Rotel Dip

    Rotel dip.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Rotel dip is quick and easy, ready in just 15 minutes using only one pan. It's packed with seasoned ground beef, tasty Rotel tomatoes, and creamy Velveeta.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Feta Cheese

    Creamy feta cheese chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Enjoy the creamy taste of feta cheese blended into a smooth pasta sauce. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal.

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    Air Fryer Baked Brie

    Baked brie.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This cheesy appetizer is perfect for any gathering - or just make it for a cozy night in front of the TV. It has the perfect mix of sweet, salty, crunchy and cheesy and you can choose the nuts and berries you prefer to make it your own.

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    Cacio e Pepe

    A fork with cacio e pepe.
    Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

    This traditional Italian pasta dish is easy to make with just a few ingredients. It's a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Burrata Pizza

    Burrata pizza topped with arugula.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This quick and tasty pesto and burrata pizza is perfect for a cozy night in. With fresh basil pesto and creamy burrata, you can enjoy a delicious twist on pizza in just 20 minutes.

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    Italian Stuffed Peppers

    Italian Stuffed Peppers with no rice.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Enjoy a tasty blend of marinara sauce, pesto cheese, and mozzarella packed into a bell pepper and baked until it's nice and bubbly. These stuffed peppers are quick to prepare, taking less than an hour for a satisfying meal.

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    Tortellini Carbonara

    Tortellini carbonara.
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    This quick and easy carbonara uses common ingredients you can find at any grocery store, along with tortellini for a fun twist. It's a great way to enjoy a cheesy meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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