520 melted cheese recipes

Mushroom beef patties smothered in a basil cream sauce, topped with melted cheese and onions. Salisbury steak taken up a notch with a hot-pepper kick and fresh mushrooms.

Mexican-style quesadilla pizza on flour tortillas with refried beans, cumin-spiked pizza sauce, green chiles, olives, and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.

Crispy phyllo strudels filled with hearty chili and topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. These individual savory parcels make impressive dinner party entrees.

Authentic Mexican quesadillas with three cheeses, roasted poblano strips, and chipotle salsa. Manchego, panela, and cotija melt together in buttery, griddle-crisped tortillas.

Mexican-style omelet filled with sauteed red peppers, green onions, and melted Velveeta Mexican cheese spread. A quick, cheesy breakfast with Southwestern flair.

Swiss burgers on kaiser rolls topped with melted Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing. A Reuben-meets-burger mashup for the grill.

Oysters Veracruz: Mexican-style baked oysters topped with chipotle sauce and melted quesadilla cheese. A spicy, smoky twist on classic baked oyster appetizers.

Hamburger pie with a crescent roll crust, seasoned ground beef in tomato sauce, and layers of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Kid-friendly and ready in 40 minutes.

Chip chicken casserole with cream of chicken soup, sour cream, almonds, and celery baked under a crunchy layer of crushed potato chips and melted cheese. Retro comfort in 40 minutes.

Loaded Western frittata with ground turkey, potatoes, mushrooms, and melted cheese seasoned with cumin, sage, and thyme. A one-skillet egg dish that feeds a crowd for brunch or dinner.

Three-ingredient cheesy salsa dip made with sharp cheddar cheese spread, jarred salsa, and fresh cilantro. Melts in the microwave in 5 minutes for instant game day snacking.

Tangy yogurt and cottage cheese noodle bake loaded with spinach and topped with bubbly melted cheddar. A simple vegetarian casserole ready in 40 minutes.

Bell pepper rajas broiled with melted Monterey Jack cheese, black olives, and red pepper flakes. A colorful Mexican appetizer ready in 15 minutes flat.

Radicchio leaves brushed with lemon oil and filled with melted Monterey Jack cheese. A 5-ingredient, low-carb appetizer ready in under 10 minutes.

Three-ingredient sausage cheese dip with melted sharp cheddar spread, browned sausage, diced tomatoes, and green chilies. A quick game day or party dip.

Spicy sausage sandwiches on English muffins with homemade pepper-corn salsa, jalapenos, banana peppers, and melted Colby cheese. A fiery breakfast or lunch sandwich.