what can i do with cheese

by Cheyanne Koepp MD Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What dishes go with cheese?

what goes with mac and cheese – main dishes and sides Meatloaf BBQ Pulled Chicken or Pork Coleslaw Applesauce Grilled meats – chicken, pork, or steak Sloppy Joes Cornbread Brussels Sprouts BBQ Fruit Salad Brisket Sauteed Apples Pork Tenderloin Chicken thighs Chili Broccoli Green Salads Jello Salads ...

What foods have cheese?

clams: 4 grams
mussels: 4 grams
octopus: 4 grams
oysters: 3 grams
squid: 3 grams

What can I serve with cheese?

toppings and condiments

Sliced tomatoes
Shredded cheese, such as grated cheddar, pepper jack, sharp cheddar, or parmesan
Crumbled potato chips (also a favorite on old fashioned tuna noodle casserole)
Cooked and chopped bacon, ham, or tuna
Crushed Cheez-its
Sliced hot dogs
Panko topping or gluten-free breadcrumbs
Broccoli florets
BBQ sauce
Hot sauce / red pepper flakes

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Which cheese is better?

Vegan Cheese Substitutes: Brands to Know

Miyoko's. Much like the cheeses that Rebel Cheese makes and sells, Miyoko’s specializes in artisanal nut-based cheeses (among many other vegan products).
Daiya. One of the first vegan cheese makers on the scene, Daiya is still known for producing reliably good dairy substitutes.
Spero. ...
Follow Your Heart. ...
Kite Hill. ...
Violife. ...

What can you do with cheese?

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas. Like the best bar food in the world, but right here in your own kitchen.Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells. ... Cheesy Mashed Potatoes. ... Spicy Cheesy Artichoke Dip. ... Hot Cheesy Scallion Kale Dip. ... Creamy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese. ... Very Cheesy Orzo Casserole. ... Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup.More items...•

What can be made from cheese?

Your taste buds are in for a treat, we promise.Oreo Cookie Cheesecake.Margherita Pizza.Watermelon, Olive and Feta Salad.Gratin of Potatoes with Garlic Cream.Four Cheese Pasta.Cheese Fondue.French Onion Soup with Cheese Souffle.Mushroom Mac and Cheese.More items...•

What can I use cheese to eat?

Here are 20 foods that taste amazing with cheese, along with some tips for making your lifestyle just a little bit cheesier.Chips. ... Pasta. ... Crackers. ... Tomatoes. ... Cake. ... Pizza Dough, Sauce, And Pretty Much Anything Else. ... Apples. ... Bread.More items...

How cheese can be used in cooking?

12 Surprisingly Delicious Ways To Cook With CheeseGrill soft rined cheeses like Brie and Camembert to make a warm and melted appetizer. ... Or grill non-melting cheeses for a quick main course. ... Make aligot (aka the cheesiest mashed potatoes you can imagine). ... Bake it into cheese crisps.More items...•

Can you cook cheese?

Cooked cheese is made from smaller-cut curds that are heated to a higher temperature to affect the texture of the cheese. Heating curds helps expel as much whey (moisture) as possible. Many types of cooked cheeses have a firm or dense texture.

Can you freeze cheese?

To freeze cheese, portion, wrap, and pack it in an airtight container before rapidly freezing it. Use it within 6–9 months. Frozen cheese should be thawed in the refrigerator and is best used in cooked dishes.

What is the best way to eat cheese?

Always smell your cheese before eating: you taste more with your nose than with your taste buds, actually. As far as bread is concerned, it's there for a reason. To fully appreciate your cheese selection, eat your cheese on its own and use bread or crackers as a palate cleanser rather than a canvas.

Can we eat cheese without cooking?

Yes. I don't even think there is a cheese that must be cooked prior to eating. The only reason people put in heat is to melt to perhaps release more flavour but not because it needs cooked.

How do you eat cheese directly?

Use a toothpick to transfer hard cheeses from the serving platter to your plate. You can use a fork to eat the cheese directly, or you can place the cheese on a cracker first, then eat the cracker with your fingers. This is very important for formal events.

What is the benefits of eating cheese?

Vitamins A, D, K, and Zinc present in cheese are also thought to contribute to bone health. Less inflammation. Dairy fats in cheese contain conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which may help ease inflammation — and may even help prevent heart disease and obesity.

Can u boil cheese?

Adding cheese to boiling liquid can cause the protein to coagulate too quickly, turning it clumpy or stringy and squeezing out the fat into a greasy mess. For best results, add cheese at the end of the cooking process so that it can just reach but not exceed its melting point.

What cheese is best for baking?

What Are the Best Cheeses for Baking? While French cheeses like brie and Camembert are obvious choices for baking, they aren't the only options. Fresh or brined cheeses including ricotta, goat cheese, feta, and blue also bake up beautifully.

How do you make different types of cheese?

The main factor that influences the end cheese 'type' is the particular cheese-making process in the recipe: how much to acidify the milk, how much rennet to use to set the curd, how much moisture to drive out, what additional moulds/bacteria to add, and much more…

What are the 4 main ingredients in cheese?

Milk, salt, starter culture, and rennet are the four basic ingredients of cheese, but it is the cheesemaking process and how the ingredients are brought together that determine the finished cheese type, says Foor.

What is farmer cheese used for?

We like to use farmer's cheese as filling for blintzes and pierogis, or as the foundation for a cheese spread. We'll also lightly fry it and use it in a sandwich, and it's great for cheese and crackers. You can also slice it really thin and roll it with your favorite salumi.

What are the 4 ingredients of a basic cheese?

Natural cheese is made from four basic ingredients including milk, salt, a “good bacteria” and rennet, an enzyme. From there, cheesemakers can adjust the basic recipe by adding other ingredients to make all of the cheeses we know and love.

Cheesy Sausage, Broccoli, and Quinoa Casserole

We traded white rice for whole-grain quinoa and kicked out any processed ingredients for a new take on this comfort classic. Freeze an extra pan of this whole-grain main for kid-friendly comfort. To add more flavor to quinoa, try toasting it.

Ham and Cheese Pizza

When a classic sandwich gets reincarnated as a cheesy pizza, rave reviews are bound to follow. Sweet, crisp Fuji apple provides a great balance to the rich, gooey cheese and savory ham, and everyone knows there's no better place to slip in some extra leafy greens than on a pizza.

Blue Cheese Mac-And-Cheese

This incredibly rich baked mac and (blue) cheese might be the one dish that even the most staunch blue cheese hater will embrace with open arms. If a side dish better suited to accompany your next steak dinner exists, we sure don’t know what it could be.

The Cheeseburger Salad

Classic burger elements become a fast, fun salad --a deconstructed take on a diner favorite. Instead of four burger patties, we cook just two, then chop and sprinkle them over the top. A handful of crushed potato chips adds crunch. Kick up the dressing with a pinch of ground red pepper.

Parmesan-Basil-Cheddar Stars

Parmesan-Basil-Cheddar Stars shine with fresh basil flavor with every pop of these savory bites.

Jalapeño Popper Dip

Creamy cheese, crisp bacon, and spicy jalapeño. What more could you want in a dip?

Mini Mushroom-and-Goat Cheese Pot Pies

These savory little pies taste great whether served warm or at room temperature. And you can double or triple the recipe for large gatherings. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and fresh thyme before serving for a pretty presentation.

Different Kinds of Shredded Cheese

While some of these recipes might stipulate a particular kind of cheese, almost always it’s up to you which one you’d like to use.

What is added to shredded cheese?

Usually wither cellulose or potato starch are added to package shredded cheeses to prevent clumping, but in very small amounts. Check the label to see, and if you are a purist, you can buy blocks of whole cheese and shred your own.

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas

Like the best bar food in the world, but right here in your own kitchen.

Spicy Cheesy Artichoke Dip

Everyone loves an artichoke dip and this chunky one has both cheesiness and a little kick.

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup

This divine soup is scented with chili, cumin and coriander, and topped with all kinds of deliciousness, like avocado and tortilla crisps. This is one of my favorite soups of all time.

Simple Baked Pasta with Bolognese Sauce

A super solid, super satisfying cold weather pasta casserole—kind of a deconstructed lasagna.

Bulgur Wheat, Sweet Potato and Black Bean Gratin

This casserole can be served as a vegetarian main course or a substantial side.

Use up that package of cream cheese in the fridge with dozens of sweet and savory recipes. See how to put this staple to good use

Use up that package of cream cheese in the fridge with dozens of sweet and savory recipes. See how to put this staple to good use.

Baked Crab Dip

We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson’s wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You can even fill the bread bowl early in the day and chill it until serving. Just remove it from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. —Marie Shelley, Exeter, Missouri

Obatzda (German Beer Cheese Dip)

Obatzda, otherwise known as German beer cheese dip, is so delicious and creamy. It’s the perfect dip to make the night before at get-together. —Beate Trinkl, Einsbach, Germany

Red Velvet Pound Cake

This delicious red velvet pound cake is the perfect combination of flavors. Make sure the cake has cooled before icing it, and for extra crunch sprinkle some roasted pecans on top. —Robin Smith, Old Fort, North Carolina

Heavenly Cheese Danish

This tempting cheese Danish bakes to flaky perfection's shines with the simple gloss of an egg wash. It tastes just as decadent as any breakfast pastry you'd find in a bakery or coffee shop. —Josephine Triton, Lakewood, Ohio

Decadent Spinach-Stuffed Shells

I created this comforting stuffed shells dish to serve on Christmas Eve, but it’s so good we enjoy it all year long. It can easily be assembled and frozen to bake at a later date. If you have any leftover cheese mixture, it can be served as a dip either cold or spooned into ramekins and baked until brown.

Key Lime Blondie Bars

Here’s my tropical take on a beloved treat. These key lime bars combine the taste of the classic pie with a blondie batter and cream cheese frosting. You can make a thicker crust if desired. —Kristin LaBoon, Austin, Texas

Can't get enough of the ooey-gooey texture of mozzarella? Then these mozzarella cheese recipes are for you! From saucy lasagna to the ultimate grilled cheese, these recipes are sure to cure all your cheese cravings

Can't get enough of the ooey-gooey texture of mozzarella? Then these mozzarella cheese recipes are for you! From saucy lasagna to the ultimate grilled cheese, these recipes are sure to cure all your cheese cravings.

Slow-Cooker Cheesy White Lasagna

Give your traditional lasagna a twist with this all-white version. The creamy sauce combined with mozzarella will have company asking for more. Not sure which brand of cheese to buy? Check out the brands our editors and the Taste of Home Test Kitchen recommend.

Cheese and Fresh Herb Quiche

With herbs from the garden to use, I created a quiche with basil, parsley and dill along with feta, Swiss, Gruyere and mozzarella. Goat cheese is also yummy. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

Slow-Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches

I have fond memories of my mother in the kitchen preparing her amazing beef dip sandwiches. They always made our house smell like an Old World Italian restaurant. And as good as the aroma was, somehow the taste was even better! Set out a jar of giardiniera for spooning on top. —Kira Vosk, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cherry Tomato Mozzarella Saute

This side dish is full of flavor and so quick to put together. The cherry tomatoes and mozzarella are perfect alongside almost any main dish you can think of. —Summer Jones, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Pizza Quesadillas

When my husband and I needed a quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients. Unlike traditional Mexican quesadillas, it calls for Italian meats, cheeses and seasoning. Serve it with a green salad for a simple dinner for two. —Barbara Rupert, Edgefield, South Carolina

Zucchini Pizza Casserole

My husband has a hearty appetite, our two kids never tire of pizza and I grow lots of zucchini, so this tasty tomato casserole is absolutely tops with us throughout the entire year. Once you've tried the recipe, you may even decide to grow more zucchini in your own garden next summer! —Lynn Bernstetter, White Bear Lake, Minnesota

These shredded cheese recipes, including sandwiches, salads, casseroles and even baked goods, all take a hefty sprinkling of the favorite ingredient!

Grilled Cheese and Pepperoni Sandwich

Who doesn’t love a good grilled cheese sandwich recipe? This super decadent version comes fully loaded with pepperoni and five types of cheese! — Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Slow-Cooker Cordon Bleu Soup

I've taken this creamy slow-cooker soup to potlucks and teacher luncheons, and I bring home an empty crock every time. When my son's school recently created a cookbook, this was the first recipe he asked me to submit, and his teachers were glad he did. —Erica Winkel, Ada, Michigan

Mushroom and Olive Bruschetta

I tried this delicious bruschetta toast at a party and knew I had to make it myself. Since I couldn't find the person who brought the dish, I began trying to duplicate it on my own. The original was made on an English muffin, but party rye or baguette slices work as well. —Lynne German, Woodland Hills, California

One-Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

When the weather's too chilly to grill, I whip up a big pot of this cheesy pasta. Believe it or not, it tastes just like a bacon cheeseburger, and it's much easier for my young children to enjoy. —Carly Terrell, Granbury Texas

Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks

These grain-free, cheesy cauliflower breadsticks are made with vegetables instead of flour. Serve them with your favorite marinara sauce.—Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

Broccoli-Cheddar Beef Rolls

My grandma's recipe for beef rolls is easy to change up. Load them with ham, veggies, even olives — how ever you'd like. —Kent Call, Riverside, Utah

Buffalo Wing Poppers

These buffalo chicken poppers combine the flavor of hot wings and jalapeño appetizers to make a snack greater than the sum of their parts. —Barbara Nowakowski, Mesa, Arizona

Blackberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

I read that white chocolate intensifies the flavor of blackberries. It's true! The crunch of baking chips, the blackberry puree, and the sweet and salty pretzel crust make this a sensational mini dessert. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Fruity Croissant Puff

I got this recipe from a good friend. Sweet, tart, tender and light, it tastes like a Danish.—Myra Aimer, Tuttle, North Dakota

Vegetarian Buffalo Dip

A friend made Buffalo chicken dip and that got me thinking about creating a vegetarian dip with the same flavors. This addictive dip is so amazing, no one will miss the meat. —Amanda Silvers, Old Fort, Tennessee

Mini PB&J Cheesecakes

I got hooked on these mini peanut butter and jelly cheesecakes when a friend made them. She let me steal her recipe, and now I'm sharing this tasty treat with you!—Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota

Three Cheese Artichoke & Spinach Dip

Grated Parm, shredded mozzarella, cream cheese, mayo and butter make this dip as decadent as it gets. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sweet Potato Pie Cake Roll

Smooth cream cheese filling is all rolled up in the cinnamony sweet potato flavor of this cake. This change-of-pace dessert looks stunning on a dessert table, and tastes just as amazing as it looks. —Bernice Taylor, Wilson, North Carolina

Savor the rich, creamy flavors of these Swiss cheese recipes. We have all of your favorites, including ham and Swiss, Reuben-inspired dishes and chicken cordon bleu. Enjoy!

Corned Beef Pizza Swirls

You don't have to wait until St. Patrick's Day to enjoy this easy Reuben appetizer. Deli meat and cheese make it doable year-round. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Vidalia Onion Swiss Dip

I’ve got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow cooker to make it ooey-gooey marvelous. —Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida

Swiss Chicken Sliders

Friends came over for a spur-of-the-moment bonfire, and I dreamed up these quick chicken sliders so we'd have something to eat. Bake them till the cheese is gooey. —Sara Martin, Whitefish, Montana

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta

Facebook fans of my blog, Chef in Training, inspired me to make this creamy pasta casserole out of ingredients I had on hand. Success! I took the dish for another flavorful spin and added a bit of smoky bacon and toasted bread crumbs. —Nikki Barton, Providence, Utah

Classic French Onion Soup

Enjoy my signature French onion soup the way my granddaughter Becky does: I make onion soup for her in a crock bowl, complete with garlic croutons and gobs of melted Swiss cheese on top. —Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah

Snappy Tuna Melts

I lightened up a tuna melt by switching mayo to creamy balsamic vinaigrette. Kids and adults both go for this quick meal hero. —Christine Schenher, Exeter, California

Pork Chops with Herbed Goat Cheese Butter and Green Beans

Fresh thyme and lemon juice brighten this easy weeknight dinner. Kid-friendly and super quick, this can be your new go-to pork dinner. Clocking in at only $10.79 per serving, this dinner keeps in mind both your health and your wallet.

Goat Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

Liven up your next chicken breast dinner with this easy goat-cheese stuffed chicken that the whole family will adore. Simply cut a slit in the chicken breast to form a pocket that will house your herbed goat cheese spread. Serve with a side salad and your weeknight dinner is ready in a flash.

Goat Cheese Cheesecake Bites

Who says goat cheese is only for savory food. Creamy and luscious, goat cheese makes for the perfect ingredient in a thick, decadent cheesecake dessert. Mixed with Greek yogurt and a touch of powdered sugar, this adorable cheesecake bites are the perfect solution for using up leftover goat cheese.

Honey-Lemon Whipped Goat Cheese

Smeared on toast, pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal, this fragrant honey-lemon whipped goat cheese is the perfect light and fluffy addition to your most basic foods. Grated lemon rind adds a hint of citrus and a gorgeous pop of freshness. Top with fruit for an extra sweet kick.

Prosciutto, Fig, and Goat Cheese Toast

Rather than using canned fig preserves, we used whole figs for this toast and paired it with a creamy goat cheese spread and thin slices of prosciutto. This combination makes for a delicious lunch, or serve it on smaller pieces of toast for a beautiful appetizer.

Goat Cheese Crostini with Watermelon-Beet Salsa

You can use any type of beet, or substitute chopped tomato or more watermelon. Juicy produce adds a nice balance to the tangy flavor of the goat cheese, without becoming runny or mushy. These mini crostini make for the perfect appetizer for a crowd, or a fun summertime snack.

Zucchini and Goat Cheese Quiche

Is there anything more French than a savory vegetable quiche? Choose fresh-looking, smooth-skinned zucchini. If you have a vegetable garden, add strips of squash blossom to the tart, as well. Crumbled goat cheese and diced ham give the tart a complex flavor.