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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Cheesy Dishes You Just Can't Resist

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 25, 2024, updated October 24, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Cheese has a special way of making any dish feel comforting and satisfying. From gooey mac and cheese to cheesy pizzas and rich casseroles, these dishes are sure to please anyone who loves cheese. Here are 19 cheesy creations that are hard to resist and perfect for any occasion.

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Baked ham and cheese pinwheels are perfect for gatherings or a quick meal. This easy recipe uses leftover ham and puff pastry to create a tasty appetizer, lunch, or dinner.

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    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Enjoy chicken filets filled with Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil. This dish is full of flavor and perfect for anyone who loves cheese.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This mac and cheese is packed with cheese and is really simple to prepare. Just mix everything in one dish, bake it, and you’ll have a cozy meal ready to enjoy.

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    Cheesy Garlic Bread

    Cheesy garlic bread.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Cream cheese garlic bread is a delicious and affordable treat that you can easily whip up at home. It's perfect for a snack or as a side dish to your favorite meals.

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    Halloumi Portobello Burgers

    A portobello halloumi burger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These Halloumi Burgers are packed with creamy mashed avocado, a juicy portobello mushroom, tangy chèvre cheese, fresh arugula, and sweet caramelized onions. They’re easy to whip up and are sure to please a crowd!

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    Asparagus Goat Cheese Quiche

    Asparagus Goat Cheese Quiche.
    Photo credit: The Sifted Field.

    Asparagus quiche with goat cheese is a tasty and easy dish to make. It features fresh asparagus layered with crumbled goat cheese in a pastry crust, all topped off with a mix of whisked eggs.

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    Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

    Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These cheesy mashed potatoes are a creamy and rich side dish that you can whip up in just 35 minutes. With two kinds of cheese mixed in, they’re perfect for family dinners or any time you want something comforting.

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    Creamy Chicken Bacon Pasta Bake

    Chicken Bacon Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Nibble and Dine.

    This pasta bake is creamy and satisfying, with a nice touch of tang from the cream cheese. It comes together easily with rotisserie chicken and pre-cooked bacon.

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    Roasted Beet & Fennel Salad

    Beet & fennel salad.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A quick and easy beetroot and feta salad can be made in just 15 minutes. With beets, feta cheese, fennel, and roasted pine nuts, this dish is great for any season.

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    Leftover Mashed Potato Gnocchi

    Leftover Mashed Potato Gnocchi.
    Photo credit: Veena Azmanov.

    This recipe makes great use of leftover mashed potatoes to create soft and fluffy gnocchi. It goes wonderfully with a cheesy tomato sauce, making for a cozy and satisfying meal.

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    Fried Feta

    Fried feta cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Fried feta cheese is an easy and tasty option for cheese lovers. After you make it once, you'll likely find yourself wanting to whip it up every weekend.

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    Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
    Photo Credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    This is a rich and creamy side dish that's perfect for any meal. With layers of Gruyere and Parmesan cheese, this dish is a great choice when you're busy with other cooking.

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    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples

    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Puff Pastry Pizza is an easy and delicious way to enjoy pizza. With toppings like blue cheese, red apples, asparagus, and kale chips, it’s perfect for dinner, appetizers, or a quick snack.

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    Goat Cheese Dip

    Goat Cheese Dip
    Photo Credit: Corrie Cooks.

    A warm goat cheese dip with sautéed tomatoes and a balsamic reduction makes for a delicious appetizer that everyone will love. It's perfect for sharing at your next get-together with friends and family.

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    Greek Potatoes with Lemon & Feta Cheese

    Greek potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Lemon and feta cheese come together in a delightful mix that brings a bright and creamy taste to your meal. This combination is sure to please anyone who loves cheesy dishes.

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    Mini Cheese Balls

    Mini cheese ball.
    Photo credit: Aleka's Get-Together.

    These little cheese balls are full of great flavors and are super creamy. They’re perfect for snacking on a cracker or with a pretzel stick.

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    Smashed Potatoes

    Smashed potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These garlicky Smashed Potatoes make a great addition to any dinner party. With just a few basic ingredients, they turn out crispy, cheesy, and really satisfying.

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    Caprese Mac and Cheese

    Caprese Mac and Cheese
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This vegetarian mac and cheese combines sharp white cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella for a creamy dish that comes together in just 25 minutes with only 10 ingredients. Toss in some grape tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze to give this classic comfort food a fresh twist.

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    Cheeseburger Macaroni

    Dutch oven with Cheeseburger Macaroni.
    Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    Cheeseburger macaroni is a simple and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. It combines soft pasta and seasoned ground beef, all topped with gooey cheese, and you can make it in just one pan.

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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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