50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (2024)

There aren't many occasions in life that encourage you to eat a whole wheel of brie cheese without feeling shame. Except for today. Today, you can down that brie, follow it with mozzarella sticks and own it. Because today, January 20, is National Cheese Lovers Day.

Every other day of the year, us cheese lovers show our love of this food with an order of quattro formaggi pizza, an ultra cheesy pasta dish, or a beautiful ball of burrata. But on this day, you can eat all three. Scratch that, you should eat all three.

Whether you're a brie lover, a mozzarella maniac, or you can't get enough of the creaminess of goat cheese, we have the recipes you need to celebrate this glorious food holiday. We have 50 of them.

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1

Lemon & Olive Oil Marinated Fennel With Burrata & Mint

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (1)

CarolineWright

2

Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Fries With Creamy Feta Dip

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (2)

How Sweet It Is

3

Gingery Steak And Brie Sliders

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (3)

Half Baked Harvest

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4

Baked Brie Graham Cracker Crostini With Lavender Honey

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (4)

Foodie Crush

5

Marinated Mozzarella

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (5)

Baked Bree

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6

Nectarine & Wisconsin Burrata Bite Crostini

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Foodie Crush

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7

Nutella Brie Bites

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (7)

Bev Cooks

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8

Quattro Formaggi Flatbread

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (8)

How Sweet It Is

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9

One-Pan Four Cheese Drunken Sun-Dried Tomato And Spinach Pasta Bake

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (9)

Half Baked Harvest

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10

French Onion Cheese Bread

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (10)

Foodie Crush

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11

Grilled Corn With Bacon Butter And Cotija Cheese

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (11)

How Sweet It Is

12

Burrata, Roasted Asparagus & Tomato Salad

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (12)

Foodie Crush

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13

Fresh Goat Cheese

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (13)

Always With Butter

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14

Cleveland Cheesesteaks With Pretzel Hoagie Rolls

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (14)

Half Baked Harvest

15

Cheesy Stuffed Meatball Sliders

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (15)

How Sweet It Is

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16

Gourmet Grilled Cheese With Marinated Mozzarella

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (16)

Family Fresh Cooking

17

Seared Cauliflower, Broccoli & Burrata Pasta

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (17)

Two Spoons

18

Mac + Cheese Stuffed Portobellos

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (18)

How Sweet It Is

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19

Deep Dish Pizza Casserole

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (19)

Half Baked Harvest

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20

Mango Wrapped Mozzarella

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (20)

Jackie Dodd/Food52

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22

"The Margherita" Pizza Grilled Cheese

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (22)

BS In The Kitchen

23

Classic Blue Cheese Wedge Salad

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (23)

Foodie Crush

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24

Pasta With Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil And Brie

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James Ransom/Food52

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25

Broiled Feta With Caramelized Cinnamon Pears

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26

Creamy Feta Vinaigrette

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Tina Rupp/Food&Wine

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27

Fried Mozzarella Sandwich

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Half Baked Harvest

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28

Baked Red Pepper With Mozzarella Pearls

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TASTE

29

Garlic Beer Cheese Rolls

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (29)

The Beeroness

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30

Cheesy Chorizo Dip

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Foodie Crush

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31

Spiced Butternut Squash, Garlic Butter Mushroom And Fontina Nachos

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (31)

How Sweet It Is

32

Creamy Cauliflower Pesto Shells With Burrata

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Veggie And The Beast Feast

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33

Squash Blossom And Burrata Pizza

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Turntable Kitchen

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34

Whipped Feta

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How Sweet It Is

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35

Cheese And Fig Crostini

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Foodie Crush

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36

Summer Corn And Cotija Cheese Dip

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (36)

Minimalist Baker

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37

Grilled Caprese Toast With Burrata Cheese

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (37)

Half Baked Harvest

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38

Kale And Whipped Ricotta Pizza

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (38)

How Sweet It Is

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39

Roasted Ciabatta Sandwiches With Caramelized Onions, Arugula, Prosciutto And Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (39)

Bev Cooks

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40

Caramelized Onion Tart With Gorgonzola And Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (40)

Simply Recipes

41

Strawberry Bruschetta Grilled Cheese

Foodie Crush

42

Brie And Prosciutto Melt

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (42)

Sarah Schatz

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43

Baked Goat Cheese With Roasted Garlic

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (43)

How Sweet It Is

44

Gougères (Traditional Cheese Puffs)

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Mimi Thorisson/Manger

45

Fried Caprese Salad

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (45)

Bell'Alimento

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46

Mini Meatball Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella + Roasted Red Peppers

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (46)

How Sweet It Is

47

Warm Goat Cheese Dip with Lemon and Basil

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (47)

Cook The Story

48

Baked Mexican Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (48)

Gimme Some Oven

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49

Beer Cheese Skillet Potatoes

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (49)

The Beeroness

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50

Zucchini & Burrata Sliders

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (50)

Wear Eat Love

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Grilled Brie With Honey And Trail Mix

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2

Apple Crisp Baked Brie

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3

Baked Brie With Cranberries

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Bite-Sized Baked Brie

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5

Baked Brie With Cranberry-Apricot Chutney

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (55)

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6

Baked Brie With Hazelnuts And Thyme

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Justina Blakeney

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Baked Brie With Cranberry Relish Appetizer

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (57)

Reluctant Entertainer

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8

Cranberry Pistachio Baked Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (58)

Gimme Some Oven

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9

Cranberry Maple Baked Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (59)

Will Cook For Smiles

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10

Roasted Tomato Brie Dip

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (60)

Country Cleaver

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11

Pumpkin Pecan Baked Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (61)

Damn Delicious

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12

Kahlua-Pecan-Brown Sugar Baked Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (62)

Noble Pig

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13

Basic Baked Brie

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (63)

Spoon Fork Bacon

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14

Baked Brie With Caramelized Onions

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (64)

Dine and Dish

15

Baked Brie With Blackberry Compote

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (65)

Brown Eyed Baker

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16

Baked Brie Graham Cracker Crostini

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (66)

FoodieCrush

17

The Best Baked Brie With Balsamic Cherries

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (67)

Averie Cooks

18

Baked Brie Phyllo Cups With Craisins And Walnuts

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (68)

Skinny Taste

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19

Baked Brie With Apples

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (69)

A Beautiful Mess

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20

Baked Brie Bites

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (70)

Cookin' Canuck

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21

Baked Brie With Artichokes, Sun-Dried Tomatoes And Pesto

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (71)

Pip & Ebby

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22

Baked Brie With Cajeta Fruit And Nuts

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (72)

Bell'alimento

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23

Baked Brie Wrapped In Pastry

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (73)

Simply Recipes

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24

Baked Brie With Apples And Salted Caramel

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Two Peas And Their Pod

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Baked Brie With Rum Soaked Fig Cranberry Sauce

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (75)

Pass The Sushi

26

Cranberry Baked Brie Puff Pastry Bites

50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (76)

The Law Student's Wife

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27

Baked Brie In Puff Pastry Crust With An Apricot Brown Sugar Filling

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50 Recipes That Every Cheese Lover Needs (2024)

FAQs

What is the most popular cheese dish? ›

Most Popular Cheese Dishes in USA

Macaroni and Cheese: The ultimate cheesy comfort food, macaroni and cheese is a staple in American households. Whether baked or stovetop-style, this dish combines creamy melted cheese with tender pasta for a satisfyingly gooey experience.

What is the easiest food to serve at a party? ›

Easy Finger Food Recipes to Make Ahead
  1. Fried Pickles. Treat your guests to fried pickles for fun finger food ideas. ...
  2. Fried Mac and Cheese Rolls. ...
  3. Deviled Eggs. ...
  4. Honey Garlic Meatballs. ...
  5. Garlic Breadsticks. ...
  6. Salted Soft Pretzels. ...
  7. Whipped Ricotta Crostini. ...
  8. Vietnamese Spring Rolls.
May 29, 2024

What can I do with a block of American cheese? ›

6 Times You Should Shamelessly Reach for the American Cheese
  1. Classic American Grilled Cheese (pictured above)
  2. Chicken Cheesesteaks.
  3. Roasted Vegetables and Truffle Mac 'n' Cheese.
  4. Baked Macaroni and Cheese.
  5. Grilled Cheeseburger Kebabs.

What are two tips to follow when cooking with cheese? ›

To save cooking time and use less heat, grate or shred cheese before adding it to your recipe. To prevent cheeses such as Swiss and Mozzarella from becoming stringy during cooking, add a little wine or lemon juice before melting them.

What is the most delicious cheese in the world? ›

10 Best Cheeses of the World
  • Buchette with Ash French Goat Cheese. ...
  • Brillat Savarin Fresh French Cheese. ...
  • French White Winter Truffle Butter Roll. ...
  • Parmigiano Reggiano DOP Italian Cheese, Aged 24 Months. ...
  • Perlagrigia Italian Truffle Cheese. ...
  • Bleu D'Auvergne AOC French Cheese. ...
  • Petit Basque French Sheep Cheese.

What is the cheapest meal to make for a party? ›

20 Great inexpensive party food ideas
  • Ham and cheese pinwheels. ...
  • Mini spinach pies. ...
  • Spaghetti bolognese. ...
  • Baguettes with toppings (bruschetta) ...
  • Egg, cheese, and ham skewers. ...
  • Chicken pot pie. ...
  • Cheese straws. ...
  • Macaroni and cheese. You can make a few dishes of macaroni and cheese and serve it from warming trays.
Oct 13, 2022

What are good finger foods for a party? ›

Then again, you can't go wrong with party food favorites like pinwheel recipes, pigs in a blanket, party dips, and deviled eggs—they make a welcome addition to any potluck spread. Just serve them with one of our tasty co*cktails, and these finger food ideas are guaranteed to win over any crowd.

What not to bring to a dinner party? ›

Host Gifts Dos and Don'ts
  • Don't Bring Food, Unless It's Intended For a Later Time.
  • Do Skip the Bottle of Wine.
  • Don't Deliver Open Flowers.
  • Do Add a Note, Always.
Apr 8, 2024

What real cheese is like American cheese? ›

Made from cow's milk, muenster cheese may be the best choice as an American cheese substitute because the taste and textures are so similar. It's a great option when you have your heart set on American cheese melts.

What deli meat goes best with American cheese? ›

School cafeterias gave bologna and cheese sandwiches a bad name, but we're reclaiming a classic by pairing the best bologna (Boar's Head, naturally) with the best American cheese for a cold sandwich (also Boar's Head). If you've only eaten Oscar Mayer, you're missing out.

Is it better to freeze cheese shredded or in a block? ›

The act of shredding the cheese before you freeze it helps it defrost better (versus if you had just frozen a whole chunk).

What pairs best with cheese? ›

Cheese Pairing Chart
Cheese textureFood
Soft (mascarpone, feta)Fresh berries, crisp cookies, biscotti, salty or spicy nuts
Semi-soft (Fontal, provolone)Apples, grapes, roasted or grilled vegetables
Semi-hard (Asiago, gouda)Nuts, dried fruit, dark chocolate
1 more row

What tastes better with cheese? ›

Cheddar has a wonderfully complex flavor profile that tastes umami, sharp, and bold with notes of toasted hazelnuts and whiskey. This cheese pairs well with cherries, apples, walnuts, mustard, bacon, onion, dill crackers, and hearty bread.

What is cheese etiquette? ›

Try not to cut the point or the 'nose' off the cheese, which is often the ripest bit and worth sharing around! Also, take care not to 'mine' into the centre of the cheese, leaving only the rind for others, particularly with Blue and Soft White cheeses.

What is the most commonly eaten cheese? ›

MOZZARELLA – THE WORLD's MOST POPULAR CHEESE.

What is the #1 rated cheese? ›

Favorite? Considered to be among the world's top quality cheeses, Parmigiano Reggiano is made with raw, semi-skimmed milk from cows grazing on fresh grass and hay. It has a hard, gritty texture and its flavors range from nutty to robust and slightly piquant, depending on how long the cheese had matured.

Who is the famous cheese eater? ›

Mickey Mouse is a famous Walt Disney cheese eater.

This character had been developed in the year 1928, by 'Walt Disney' and 'Ub Iwerks'. This character is an 'anthropomorphic mouse' who wore large yellow shoes with red shorts and white gloves.

What is the most cheese eaten in one sitting? ›

As per reports, European woman Leah Shutkever recently took on a cheesy challenge and set a world record by devouring a whopping 500 grams of mozzarella cheese in just 1 minute and 2.34 seconds. The video shared on Instagram by Guinness World Records has gone viral and left netizens spellbound.

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