Cheese recipes
Dishes where Cheese shows up in the recipe name—salads, weeknight mains, sides, and more. Pick a card for shopping list, timing, and step-by-step instructions.
Lunch & light mealsBroccoli Cheese Soup
This creamy broccoli cheese soup is cozy, simple, and made with everyday ingredients. Sharp cheddar gives it a full, savory flavor, while a quick blend keeps the texture smooth but still hearty.
45m4–6 servingsEasy
BakingCottage Cheese Muffins
These savory muffins make a perfect breakfast or snack with a delightful cheesy twist.
40m12 muffinsEasy
SnacksHam and Cheese Sliders
Soft dinner rolls, salty ham, melty cheese, and a buttery topping make these sliders a reliable crowd-pleaser. They are easy to assemble and bake in one pan, which makes them handy for game day, parties, or a casual week
40m12 slidersEasy
DinnerHomemade Cheese Ravioli with Tomato Basil Sauce
Tender fresh pasta pockets filled with ricotta and Parmesan are easier to shape than they look. A simple tomato basil sauce keeps the focus on the ravioli.
110m4 servingsMedium
Instant PotInstant Pot Mac and Cheese
Creamy mac and cheese comes together right in the Instant Pot, with no separate pot for boiling pasta. Evaporated milk and a mix of cheeses make the sauce smooth, cozy, and weeknight-friendly.
24m6 servingsEasy
SnacksPimento Cheese
This creamy, tangy Southern spread comes together in minutes with sharp cheddar, pimentos, mayonnaise, and a little seasoning. Serve it with crackers, tuck it into sandwiches, or melt it on toast.
15mMakes about 2 1/2 cupsEasy
SnacksPimento Cheese
This creamy Southern-style pimento cheese is sharp, tangy, and easy to stir together in about 15 minutes. Serve it with crackers, tuck it into sandwiches, or spoon it onto burgers and baked potatoes.
15mMakes about 2 1/2 cupsEasy
DinnerPupusas with Cheese, Beans, and Quick Curtido
These Salvadoran pupusas are soft corn cakes filled with melty cheese and beans, then cooked on a hot skillet until lightly crisp. Serve them with tangy curtido and a spoonful of salsa roja for a complete, hands-on meal.
70mServes 4–5Medium
BreakfastSoft Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, buttery, and swirled with brown sugar cinnamon filling. The dough needs time to rise, but the method is simple and forgiving for a weekend breakfast or brunch.
60m12 rollsMedium