1Baked Feta Pasta
Andrew bui Obviously roasting a block of feta with bursting tomatoes is going to be amazing. But is it good enough to break TikTok like this one did? Our answer, begrudgingly, is yes. It's genius—super-easy but fancy enough for date night. 😍
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2Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops With Brussels Sprouts & Apples
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3Skillet Chili & Meatballs
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5Pizza Dough Khachapuri
Andrew buiKhachapuri is a traditional Georgian bread—the dish gets topped with an egg yolk after coming out of the oven and mixed into the melty center. The bread is torn from the side and dipped into the cheesy center as you eat, making it the perfect self-contained appetizer. Though very untraditional, we made ours easier by using pre-made pizza dough (we're in LOVE).
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6Best Grilled Cheese
Parker feierbach Choose your favorite hearty bread, butter it up, and shred your favorite cheddar for the best grilled cheese ever: crispy-crunchy on the outside, melty, cheddar middle, and the world's most impressive cheese pull.
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7Spicy Tomato Cheddar Soup
JULIA GARTLANDThere’s no better combo than grilled cheese and tomato soup—and this new spin on the classic pairing may just be the tastiest way to enjoy them. A deconstructed "grilled cheese" in the form of crispy homemade croutons and shredded cheddar floats atop sweet-spicy tomato-cheddar soup. The end result is creamy, blended goodness that’ll have you going back for seconds... and thirds...
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8Saag Paneer
Chopping all the baby spinach (a whole pound!) is the hardest part of this Indian recipe featuring paneer cheese. To save time, microwave it first so it steams, then chop.
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9Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Andrew bui Part retro, part cult classic, it’s hard to go wrong with a cheese ball. This festive pumpkin rendition may not contain any actual pumpkin, but it’s full of fresh herbs, minced jalapeño, and of course, plenty of cheese. Make a cheeseboard featuring one for the easiest, low-key weeknight meal that'll still feel a little festive this fall.
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10Green Chile Chicken Skillet Enchiladas
ERIK BERNSTEINCraving homemade enchiladas and being in a hurry aren't really compatible since the classic Mexican dish requires many steps and a fair amount of time. Enter this green chile chicken skillet enchiladas recipe, a quick take on the dish that comes together in one skillet.
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11Pizza Casserole
Lucy schaeffer From the realms of cheesy pizza and bubbling baked pasta comes a new family favorite: pizza casserole. Loaded with sausage, veggies, and plenty of cheese, this easy weeknight dinner has all of the cheesy, tomato-filled goodness of our favorite take-out pizza, neatly packaged in a 13"-by-9" pan.
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12Spanakopita Stuffed Shells
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13Esquites Corn Chowder
Andrew buiEsquites is the iconic Mexican street food made from corn kernels, mayo, lime, and chili powder. This soup combines the street food with corn chowder—the quintessential New England comfort food with loads of sweet corn, bacon, and potato. The warm, creamy soup and the cool, sweet, acidic esquites combine in one bowl to create an insanely good contrast of texture, temperature, and flavor.
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14Pastelón
Erik bernsteinAkin to a Puerto Rican lasagna, pastelón layers up crispy fried sweet plantains with melty mozzarella cheese and picadillo, a mix of ground beef, tomatoes, sofrito, herbs, briny olives, and a pop of sweetness from raisins. It takes a bit to prepare all the elements, but it’s worth it for this sweet and savory dish you can easily serve to a crowd.
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15Halloumi Salad
We think it's due time that halloumi, the brined Cypriot cheese, got its time in the spotlight. Besides the delightfully squeaky texture (where the cheese curd lovers at?) and the tangy, salty flavor, the high melting point is really what makes this cheese stand out—when heat is applied, it develops a delicious golden crust that is so delightful in this salad.
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16Crispy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
ANDREW BUIExtra-crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, these tacos are so much fun to make and eat. Putting cheese directly in your skillet might sound wrong, but it works! Once off-heat, the cheese starts to harden and crisps up, giving the texture of a crunchy taco shell, but super-delicious.
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17Cheesy Shrimp And Grits
Parker feierbach There's a lot of richness going on here. Bacon! Butter! Cheese! To cut all the fat, you need some acid. Enter freshly squeezed lemon juice. It'll brighten your bowl up BIG TIME. Hot tip: Add lemon before salting to taste at the end.
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18Pastitsio
LUCY SCHAEFFERDerived from the Italian word pasticcio, which means “mix” or “hodgepodge,” pastitsio is a classic Greek casserole best described as a cross between lasagna and moussaka. Rich and hearty, creamy and comforting, it’s well worth the extra effort it takes to put together.
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19Dill & Cheddar Pierogi
Joel goldbergWhen you're looking for something warm, comforting, and carb-y, do Polish pierogi come to mind? We think they should, and this cheesy dill version certainly satisfies on all fronts. Loaded with sharp white cheddar, sweet caramelized onions, and creamy mashed potatoes, the only thing more gratifying than making them from scratch is stuffing them in your mouth. 😋
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20Cacio e Pepe
PARKER FEIERBACHCacio e pepe literally translates to “cheese and pepper." These two ingredients are usually thought of as small components to a dish, but in this pasta recipe, they take center stage. The fruity bite of freshly ground pepper adds complexity, and is earthy, sweet, and spicy all at once.
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