Cheese recipes

One of Mrs. Carter's favorite recipes was for a simple cheddar cheese mold. Served in a ring to be spread on crackers, the cheese appetizer was prepared for many of the Carter's family dinners and some of their official functions. One unusual ingredient was the strawberry preserves served in the centre of the ring.

Wine and cheese bread made in a bread machine with white wine, shredded cheddar, and applesauce. A savory loaf with subtle fruit sweetness and sharp cheese flavor.

Spinach and cheese stuffed portobellos roast meaty mushroom caps, then fill them with a ricotta, spinach, parmesan and kalamata filling over marinara. A low-carb, vegetarian main that eats like lasagna.

A quick and easy Blue cheese based balls perfect for the holidays or any occassion.

Tomato-cheese calzones stuffed with melty mozzarella, tangy goat cheese, salami, and sundried tomatoes, folded into golden, individual pizza pockets. A gourmet twist on the classic calzone, baked until well-browned.

Soft, rich bread machine loaf made with a full cup of cream cheese for an incredibly tender crumb. Toss in chocolate chips or raisins at the beep for extras.

Liptauer cheese spread with cream cheese, butter, anchovies, capers, and caraway seeds. A bold Austrian appetizer that chills overnight for the deepest flavor.

Flaky crescent roll crust layered with a sweet cream cheese filling and topped with a simple glaze. These easy cheese bars come together in under an hour with just 5 ingredients.

Chili cheese bread with Monterey Jack, green chilies, and mayonnaise spread on French bread and baked golden. A 30-minute crowd-pleasing appetizer or game-day side.

Stuffed green olives wrapped in a sharp cheddar dough with paprika and cayenne, then baked until golden and puffy. Bite-sized, salty, cheesy, and gone in seconds at any party.

Rigatoni quattro formaggi with Gorgonzola, Bel Paese, Fontina, and Parmesan in a half-and-half sauce. The classic Italian four-cheese pasta in 25 minutes.

A puffy, golden egg bake loaded with Monterey Jack, cottage cheese, and mild green chilis. This crustless chili cheese puff is ready in an hour and works for brunch, lunch, or a light supper.

Molded cheese treats made by melting cheddar in the microwave and setting it in candy molds or lollipops. A one-ingredient party trick for kids' lunchboxes and holiday platters.

Home-kitchen Philly cheese steak with thin-sliced seared shell steak, jammy caramelized onions, and broiler-melted cheddar on a soft roll. Street-food classic, 30 minutes to your table.

The Bee Cheese is a classic English-style potted cheddar with sharp aged cheese, butter, sherry, horseradish, and garlic. Pack in a crock and let mellow for days. Cocktail-hour staple.

Mini cream cheese tarts on vanilla wafer crusts topped with cherry pie filling. No-roll, no-fuss bite-sized cheesecakes that bake in just 15 minutes.