Cheese recipes

Baked bean casserole with apples, tomatoes, cheese, and chili powder inspired by the Moosewood cookbook. Dried beans simmered tender, then layered with sweet-tart apple chunks and mild melted cheese for a hearty vegetarian one-dish meal.

Tender strips of tripe slow-braised in tomato sauce with red wine, garlic, herbs, and a hit of lemon zest, finished with freshly grated Parmesan. A rustic Italian classic served over pasta.

Mushroom pate with a pound of sauteed mushrooms, dry vermouth, Parmesan, sour cream, and toasted pecans. A rich, earthy spread for crackers and crostini.

A clever gluten-free twist on quiche with a crispy rice and cheddar crust, filled with shrimp, sauteed peppers, onions, and eggs. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs and baked until golden and set.

Artichoke heart pasta sauce with marinated artichokes, Roma tomatoes, Parmesan, and fresh parsley. The reserved artichoke marinade adds tangy depth to every spoonful.

Simple cheesecake with graham cracker crust and three-ingredient filling: cream cheese, eggs, and sugar baked 20 minutes, then topped with fresh fruit or flavored with coffee, almonds, or pumpkin.

Chicken Romano braised in chili sauce with oregano and sliced onions, finished with grated Parmesan cheese. A one-skillet Italian-American dinner with only 7 ingredients.

Hollow white onions stuffed with rice, Swiss cheese, cream, and fresh herbs, then baked until bubbly and golden. A cozy vegetarian side dish that steals the show.

Stracci pasta tossed with eight fresh herbs, extra-virgin olive oil, Romano cheese, and chopped tomatoes. An Italian herb pasta where the uncooked herb sauce is the star.

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Stuffed snow pea pods filled with a ricotta and cream cheese filling with shredded radish and chives. A crisp, no-cook appetizer that's low-calorie and elegant.

Skinless chicken drumsticks coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and garlic then baked until golden and crisp. A lighter, oven-fried drumstick that's low-calorie without sacrificing crunch.

Turkey taco salad with a homemade cumin-red wine vinegar dressing, Parmesan-toasted tortilla chips, cheddar, and ripe tomatoes over crisp romaine. A lighter, leaner take on taco salad.

Italian-seasoned beef and sausage mixed with creamy ricotta and Parmesan, rolled in layers of buttered phyllo, and baked into a crispy golden strudel. A show-stopping dinner or appetizer.

Bacon and egg crescent sandwich baked in a square pan with crescent roll dough, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and a milk-egg custard. A layered breakfast bake with a flaky golden crust on top.

Pecan tossies with cream cheese pastry cups filled with a brown sugar, butter, and pecan filling. Miniature pecan pies baked in muffin tins for bite-sized holiday treats.