Cheese, Please! 13 Recipes That Take Cheesy Goodness to the Next Level

Whether you’re craving a classic comfort dish like Mac & Cheese or something with a creative twist like buffalo chicken totchos, these 13 recipes are packed with rich, delicious cheese in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, these cheesy comfort food dishes will satisfy your craving.

Air Fryer Hot Cheese Dip

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Bubbly, hot cheese dip made with three kinds of cheese and savory herbs is ready in minutes using the air fryer. This popular appetizer is full of flavor. Just serve it with some crusty bread, crackers, or veggies, and watch it disappear. Perfect for casual get-togethers, game day, or any time you are craving a cheesy snack.

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Bacon Mac & Cheese

Creamy, cheesy noodles, bacon, and ranch seasoning combine for this delicious dish. Cooked in the Instant Pot, this is a one-pot meal that is on the table in less than 30 minutes.

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Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Flaky, buttery biscuits loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and fresh chives. Cheddar chive biscuits come together quickly and are the perfect addition to the dinner table.

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Cheeseburger Eggrolls

Crispy, crunch egg rolls filled with ground beef, cheese, and seasonings. Air fryer cheeseburger egg rolls turn everyone’s favorite burger into a delicious finger food. These crispy little rolls are perfect for an appetizer, snack, or light meal. They can be made ahead of time and frozen, perfect for when you need something quick.

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Chive Cream Cheese Spread

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Onion chive cream cheese spread comes together in five minutes with four ingredients. Use this flavorful spread on crackers or bagels, or serve with fresh veggies such as carrots or celery sticks. This cream cheese is much better than store-bought and made with fresh garden chives.

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Mushrooom Mac & Cheese

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Extra creamy and cheesy with earthy mushrooms, this creamy mushroom mac and cheese is made with a combination of cheese, including sharp white cheddar, for a delicious and easy dinner that is ready in 30 minutes. Serve it as is, or toss it in the oven with some buttery breadcrumbs for extra crunch and texture. Makes a large batch, perfect for feeding the family or for leftovers.

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Buffalo Chicken Totchos

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Crispy tater tots with layers of spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese, topped with blue cheese dressing, crumbled blue cheese, and green onion. These tater tot nachos are fully loaded and perfect as a meal or as an appetizer for sharing.

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Bagel Grilled Cheese with Bacon

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This grilled cheese bagel with bacon is a fun and delicious twist on a grilled cheese sandwich. Filled with melted cheese and crispy bacon, this bagel sandwich is quick and easy. Serve it with a bowl of soup for dipping, and you will have a perfect comfort meal in about fifteen minutes.

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Stovetop Classic Mac & Cheese

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This classic stovetop mac and cheese is easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes. Using real cheese and basic pantry ingredients, you will never use a boxed macaroni and cheese again.

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Sourdough Twisted Cheese Bread

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Soft sourdough bread with twists of cheddar cheese and brushed with savory herbs. This bread has the perfect texture for toasting, as a side with dinner, or as a sandwich bread.

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Jalapeno Popper Wontons

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A creamy, cheesy, and spicy jalapeno popper filling wrapped in a crispy wonton. These air fryer jalapeno wontons are quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. The air fryer makes these wontons extra crispy, complementing the spicy jalapeno cream cheese filling. These little wontons are perfect as an appetizer or snack. Serve them up on a platter with your favorite dip and dig in.

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Feta Tomato Pasta Bake

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Creamy feta cheese and sweet cherry tomatoes baked then tossed with pasta, fresh garlic, and basil. This quick and easy dinner with minimal preparation will be a winner any night of the week.

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Jalapeno Cheese Biscuits

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These tender, flaky biscuits are filled with cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeno peppers. They are the perfect complement to a bowl of soup or chili. Split these delicious biscuits open and slather with butter, or get creative and use them for mini sandwiches or breakfast sliders. They are quick, easy, and ready in about 30 minutes.

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