20 Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes

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Author: Imma Published:3/09/2022Updated:3/15/2022

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20 Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes – Oooey, gooey, melty, super comforting foods loaded with one of our favorite ingredients—cheese! If you are looking for recipes that enjoy mozzarella, cheddar, ricotta, you name it, then you have found the perfect collection. From the classic mac and cheese all the way to New York cheesecake, I’ve so got you covered.

Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes

I love cheesy food recipes, but that’s no secret. But maybe you didn’t know I love even the stinky kind! 🤫 There are hundreds, probably thousands, of types of cheese. Does life get any better?

Some cheese is firm and crumbly, while others are smooth and spreadable. Cheese undoubtedly adds versatility to cooking, and it’s an accessible ingredient to make any recipe more wholesome and satisfying! Here are my favorite cheesy recipes that are both easy and tasty.

FAQs

How many types of cheese are there?

That’s a tough one. The International Dairy Federation recognizes 51 general types of cheese, but if you dig deeper, you’ll discover around 1,000 different types of cheese in the world!

How do you store cheese?

Hard and semi-hard cheeses are best kept in the crisper of your fridge, double-wrapped in paper and plastic. Creamy cheese and fresh cheese will last longer in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How much milk does it take to make cheese?

It usually takes a gallon of milk to make a pound of soft cheese, such as farmers’ cheese. Hard cheeses, like parmesan, can take two gallons to make a pound of cheese.

The Spectacular Cheesy Recipe Collection

1. Baked Mac and Cheese

Cheesy Southern Baked Mac and Cheese recipe with evaporated milk

Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

Southern Baked Mac and Cheese is super creamy, cheesy, soulful baked mac and cheese filled with great Southern flavors topped with crispy bread crumb. You will never break open a box again!

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Southern Baked Mac and Cheese with evaporated milk

2. Mac and Cheese Bites

Stacked Mac and Cheese Bites

Mac and Cheese Bites

Experience snacking with style with these crispy Mac and Cheese Bites filled with creamy and cheesy goodness inside. Made with trio cheese combo – Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar, and Jack Cheese; and even more delectable with the added kick of heat from Creole Seasoning and cayenne. Certainly, a great make-ahead snack perfect for weekend game day and potluck.

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Stacked Mac and Cheese Bites

3. Cheese Ball

Cheese Ball on a white plate with buttery crackers

Cheese Ball Recipe

This CHEESE BALL is a perfect appetizer to serve especially this holiday season. A creamy dip loaded with various types of cheeses, bacon, and rolled in crunchy nuts and bacon bits! It may look complicated, but it's so easy and fun to make.

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4. Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ham and Cheese Sliders on a white plate with Imma taking one

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Nothing says “comfort food” better than HAM and CHEESE SLIDERS easily prepared for any special occasion. A sweet blend of meaty and chunky ham with generous slices of cheeses sandwiched between perfectly fluffy buns. Best served as an appetizer or a simple snack using your leftover holiday ham!

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Ham and Cheese Sliders

5. Lobster Mac and Cheese

Cheesy Lobster mac and cheese recipe in a skillet

Lobster Mac and Cheese

A most comforting dish loaded with cheesy goodness, chunks of lobster meat, and al dente pasta. This dish is baked to perfection to achieve that cheesy goodness top. An absolute decadent meal, perfect for a fancy date night or simply as a treat to make an ordinary day feel extra special!

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Lobster mac and cheese closeup

6. Southern Cheese Straws

Southern Cheese Straws in a glass

Cheese Straws

These light and crispy Southern Cheese Straws take finger food to the next level! Cheesy, buttery, crunchy snacks that are simply irresistible!

Makes 20-25 cheese straws

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Southern Cheese Straws in a glass

7. Cheese Grits

closeup shot of a bowl of swirled creamy cheese grits dipped with a spoon

Cheese Grits

This deliciously creamy, rich, and cheesy Southern delicacy is the perfect breakfast or side dish. Butter, cheddar cheese, and smoked Gouda make this the best ever cheesy grits recipe you'll ever have. Silky smooth grits literally melt in your mouth!

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8. Beer Cheese Dip

Soft Pretzels Dipped in Beer Cheese Dip

Beer Cheese Dip

Beer Cheese Dip – smooth, creamy and thick with a hint of heat pub staple dip. It uses just a handful of ingredients and requires little to no effort to make. A must-have for game nights, football parties or when you have friends coming over. Best paired with chips, soft pretzels or veggies. So good!

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Beer Cheese Dip

9. Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup with carrots and homemade white bread

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup – creamy, velvety and comforting soup with tender broccoli, grated carrots, cheese and so much flavors. One of the easiest soup you can indulge to!

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20 Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes

10. Pimento Cheese

Pimento Cheese in a Small Clear Bowl Served with Celery Sticks and Crackers

Pimento Cheese

Pimento Cheese – a quintessential of Southern food; primarily a blend of sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and sweet spicy pimento peppers. Creamy, slightly sweet and slightly sharp. An addictive appetizer that perfectly goes with crackers, veggies, sandwiches and burgers!

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11. Blue Cheese Dressing

Blue cheese dressing with celery and chicken wings

Blue Cheese Dressing

Blue Cheese Dressing – a creamy smooth and chunky dressing made primarily with crumbled blue cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream and a dash of hot sauce and chives. Better than most store-bought ones. It's the tastiest blue cheese dressing you'll ever have in your life!

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Blue cheese dressing with celery and chicken wings

12. Cheesy Potatoes au Gratin

Cheesy Potatoes au Gratin in a white baking dish

Potatoes Au Gratin

Delicately sliced potatoes smothered in a decadent creamy, cheesy sauce with a delectable jolt from nutmeg and thyme, then topped with more cheese. This ultimate potato side dish of all time goes well with just about anything. Utterly delicious and super comforting!

Cheesy Potatoes au Gratin in a scoop

13. Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese, butter, and chives

Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

This classic comfort food has even more flavor with roasted garlic and cream cheese. Top them with some chives for the ultimate soul-satisfying food.

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Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese, butter, and chives

14. Pao de Queijo

Pao de Queijo, a cheesy gluten-free recipe, in a basket

Pao de Queijo

Cheesy PAO DE QUEIJO is your gluten-free snack you have totry at least once in your life. These affordable bites are so easy to make thatyou might make it your daily staple. Serve a bunch of these baked goodies toyour friends and enjoy the rich flavors this bread has to offer.

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Brazilian Cheese bread

15. Creamy Polenta

Creamy cheesy Polenta with a spoon in a grey bowl

Creamy Polenta

Creamy Polenta – Fuss-free, smooth, cheesy, and creamy POLENTA made with cornmeal, cheeses, milk, and chicken stock. It makes a luscious bed for sautéed vegetables or braised pork, chicken, lamb, beef, or veal. The ultimate Italian comfort food that spells restaurant-quality. Great for regular nights or special holidays!

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Creamy Polenta with a spoon in a grey bowl

16. Chicken Parmesan

Chicken parmesan in a while platter

Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Chicken Parmesan Recipe – fried and breaded chicken breast smothered with tomato sauce and cheeses then baked until bubbly and gooey. One of the best comforting baked chicken you’ll ever have!

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Chicken Parmesan Recipe

17. Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Parmesan-crusted tilapia with a tossed salad on the side

Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia

Perfectly tender fish enveloped in crispy, cheesy goodness makes a lightning-fast dinner entree. Bursting with delectable flavors, it's an incredibly family-friendly meal ready in 20 minutes. And for those crazy busy weeknights, you can even make it ahead!

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20 Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes

18. Alfredo Sauce

Cheesy and rich homemade Alfredo Sauce recipe over linguine

Homemade Alfredo Sauce

Homemade Alfredo Sauce – cheesy, creamy, smooth and flavorful Alfredo sauce made from scratch with that delicious garlic and Italian seasoning flavor. It comes together in 20 minutes. You won’t ever need the store-bought jarred sauce again!

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Homemade Alfredo Sauce over linguine

19. Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Cream Cheese Pound Cake with strawberries on top

Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Cream Cheese Pound Cake – a tender, moist and rich cream cheese pound cake with a hint of nutmeg glazed with mint-lime for overall satisfaction. Tasty and easy cake that is a must-served on your table every now and then.

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20 Mouthwatering Cheesy Recipes

20. New York Cheesecake

A slice of cheesy New York Cheesecake with strawberry sauce being drizzled over it

New York Cheesecake

Creamy, rich, dense, and highly indulgent NEW YORK CHEESECAKE. Top it with a fresh strawberry compote, or leave it bare and simple. Either way, you won’t be stopping at just one slice!

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New York Cheesecake

The Wrap on Cheese

We all agree that cheesy recipes make life better for both the sweet and savory. My boy’s favorite is mac and cheese, hands down. But I have to admit that cream cheese mashed potatoes are a winner in my book. Which recipe are you going to try first? Let me know in the comments, and don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter to stay up-to-date with new delectable recipes.

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