Think: Cheese atop crackers, a dreamy pizza with melted cheese, a piping hot bowl of mac n cheese, a heavenly ham and cheese sandwich, and the list goes on. Cheese is the one ingredient which is used worldwide and is loved by over half the world's population. A turophile is a person who loves cheese. It is known that some ancient Roman houses had a special kitchen called a careale only for making cheese! Cheese can be made with the milk from a cow, sheep, goat or buffalo. Did you know that in the 16th century, cheese was used as a form of currency in Denmark? The United States is, in fact, the largest producer of cheese, and there are approximately 2,000 varieties available worldwide.
We bring you our 13 favourite cheese recipes, featuring savoury tarts, fondue, pasta and more. Your taste buds are in for a treat, we promise.
1. Oreo Cookie Cheesecake
Cheese used: Cream cheese
A much-loved dessert made with crunchy Oreo cookies, luscious cream cheese and melted chocolate. This cake is a sweet, sweet blessing!
2. Margherita Pizza
Cheese used: Mozzarella cheese
When you think of cheese, does an image of a piping hot pizza flash across your mind? Well then, here's the recipe for the classic Margherita pizza with mozzarella cheese (famously known as the pizza cheese!) and basil leaves.
3. Watermelon, Olive and Feta Salad
Cheese used: Feta cheese
The perfect summer salad of melon, olives and feta cheese with toasted pumpkin seeds. The sweetness of watermelon is balanced well with chaat masala, lemon and soy sauce. A melange of flavours!
Cheese used: Cheddar cheese; Ricotta cheese
Party snacks get a healthy makeover! Go gluten-free with these savoury tarts made with maize flour and filled with a cheesy vegetable mix.
5. Gratin of Potatoes with Garlic Cream
Cheese used: Gruyere cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese
Dig deep into layers of sliced, seasoned potatoes and three types of cheese, baked golden brown with garlic-y undertones.
Cheese used: Parmesan or Cheddar
Eggplant laced with Parmesan cheese and baked in freshly made pesto sauce.
7. Four Cheese Pasta
Cheese used: Swiss emmental cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Brie cheese
Cheese lovers, rejoice! Gourmet macaroni cheese with parmesan, cheddar, brie and emmental. This recipe is as cheesy as it can get. In case you are running short of ingredients at home, simply order online this delicious pasta using a food delivery app.
8. Cheese Fondue
Cheese used: Swiss Emmental cheese, Gruyere cheese
Fondue is a Swiss dish made with melted cheese. Emmenthaler and Gruyere cheese melted and drizzled with some white wine. Dip blanched vegetables like broccoli and baby corn in this hot mixture and enjoy the cheesiness in every bite.
9. French Onion Soup with Cheese Soufflé
Cheese used: Any or mozzarella cheese
An old world classic - a broth of sweet caramelised onions topped with a cheesy souffle as light as a feather. Baked till the cheese melts and served immediately, this one's a slurp that warms your soul!
10. Mushroom Mac and Cheese
Cheese used: Gruyere cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese
The ultimate comfort food - mac and cheese, now with the goodness of mushrooms. You can whip it at home using our easy recipe or simply order online and enjoy.
11. Classic Mac and Cheese
Cheese used: Cheddar cheese
The quintessential cheese recipe! Mac and cheese is the most loved, all-time meal for kids and adults alike. Quick, easy and loaded with cheese.
12. Blueberry Cheese Pastry
Cheese used: cream cheese
A perfect dessert with a tinge of blueberries and creamy cheesecake to indulge in for anyone with a sweet tooth!
13. Cheese Rakakat
These Lebanese cheese rolls, also known as Rakakat (in Arabic), are a well-known appetiser, served right along with hummus or baba ganoush.
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