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What Can I Make with Cheese?
Cheese turns plain meals into something special. Here are family recipes built around many kinds of cheese, from sharp and salty to soft and creamy.
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Cooking with cheese
Cheese is made from milk that has been thickened and then drained, shaped, and often aged. Some cheeses are fresh and soft. Others are firm and aged for a long time. That range gives you a cheese for almost any dish.
On this page you can browse by type. Cheddar is sharp and melts well. Mozzarella is mild and stretchy. Feta is tangy and crumbly. Halloumi holds its shape in a hot pan. Parmesan is hard and full of flavor. Cream cheese is soft and spreadable.
Questions folks ask
What can I make with cheese?
You can make pasta bakes, quesadillas, pizza, casseroles, salads, sandwiches, and dips. Pick a type below to see ideas that suit it.
How long does cheese last in the fridge?
Hard cheeses keep longer than soft ones. Check the package date, and throw out cheese that smells sour or looks slimy.
Can you freeze cheese?
Many cheeses can be frozen, but the texture often turns crumbly. Frozen cheese works best in cooked dishes rather than on a cheese board.
Kitchen tips
- Grate cheese yourself from a block. It usually melts smoother than pre-shredded.
- Take cheese out of the fridge a little before serving so the flavor opens up.
- Wrap leftover cheese in wax paper or parchment, then in a loose bag.
- Add cheese near the end of cooking so it does not turn greasy.
- Salty cheeses like feta and Parmesan may mean you need less salt in the dish.