Brunch strata is a cheesy vegetable dish with a little bit of creaminess. Its many ingredients give out various tastes and qualities. It is a breakfast/brunch dish which can be served with salad to serve as a light afternoon or evening meal. You may do away with the ham for a … [Read more...]
Fried Cheese Ravioli
Fried cheese ravioli is a delicious starter which is quite similar to mozzarella sticks or other cheese stuffed appetizers. Since it is made of pasta it can be quite heavy. For my appetite, it is a meal in itself. You may replace the tomato dip with marinara sauce if desired. … [Read more...]
Turkey Avocado and Cheese Sandwich
Turkey avocado and cheese sandwich is a healthy recipe that is great for lunch or as an afternoon snack. Sweet potato fries is a yummy addition to this dish. I love chilled sandwiches so I decided to refrigerate it in a re-sealable container for 30 minutes before eating … [Read more...]
Nutty Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread
This unique cheese spread has a combination of nutty, sweet, spicy and salty tastes. It is a perfect dip for cocktail parties or barbecues. It is often served with crackers, but it goes well with nachos or tortilla chips too. If you want a sharper cheesy taste, go for cheddar … [Read more...]
Chicken and Chili Flautas
Chicken and chili flautas are just like baked mini burritos. They remind me of egg rolls with a Latin American twist. For the Chicken, you may use roasted chicken or stir-fried chicken breast fillets. I also suggest that you use white meat and refrain from adding chicken skin … [Read more...]
Croque Monsieur
Croque monsieur is a sandwich of French origin. According to Wikipedia, it is their version of a fast food snack which is often served in cafes or bars. I love the combination of tastes. To me it is a union of French toast and a ham and cheese sandwich. It is perfect for … [Read more...]
Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce
Mozzarella sticks are my favorite appetizers. They are always on top of my list whenever I eat out. For this reason I decided to make some at home. It may be a bit tricky to keep the coating on. This is why it is best to freeze them to make sure that the cheese does not leak out. … [Read more...]
Cheesy Pretzels
Cheese pretzels are a big hit with kids. They make good snacks for school or during playtime. You may also prepare it ahead of time and store it in the freezer. Sprinkle it with cheese before reheating to make it cheesier. Ingredients: 200g plain flour 25g … [Read more...]
Pierogies
Pierogies are delicious European dumplings that are stuffed with potatoes, onions and cheese. They can be baked, boiled or fried depending on the way you want it. You can also prepare them ahead of time and freeze them. Make sure to boil them first for 2 minutes and coat them in … [Read more...]
Pogaca
Pogacas or feta dumplings are puff pastries that are often served as an appetizer, but they are also perfect with pasta. This recipe is the Turkish or Bulgarian version. It is so good, that you may be filled even before the entrée arrives. You may also add pimientos to the dough … [Read more...]
Spinach, Broccoli and Feta Cheese Omelette
Omelettes don’t have to be boring, with Cheese, Ham or Mushroom. Make this classic dish much more interesting – it’ll be a winner with Meat-Eaters as well as Vegetarians. Try including different ingredients - Mushrooms, different Cheeses and some crsipy … [Read more...]
Cheese Puffs
I love cheese and anything that has it. Here is a simple cheese puffs recipe that you can serve as snacks or an appetizer. Feel free to be as creative with the filling. This is something both kids and adults will enjoy. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose … [Read more...]
Cheesy Artichoke Dip
Artichokes are high in antioxidants. This vegetable is a diuretic, can also reduce cholesterol levels and it can aid digestion. I love eating it on pizza, pasta and having it as a delicious dip. Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages frozen artichoke … [Read more...]
Ricotta, Basil and Pinenut Crepe
The flavourings of Ricotta aren’t overpowering, which means that it’s great for this dish. When heated, it becomes runny rather than gooey, and therefore creates a brilliant sauce! As a sweeter alternative, replace the filling with a Chocolate Sauce, mixed with a … [Read more...]
Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Frittata
A simple classic, updated and given a modern twist. The Onion and Cheese combination is very tasty mixture, and cooked until golden brown on top, it’s a treat for all the senses. To add some colour to the dish use Red Onions instead of the more traditional ones that are … [Read more...]
Melting Cheese and Ham Parcel
To get the crisp outer that you’re craving for on this dish, make sure that the oven is hot enough before you put anything in – turn the oven on at around 250C about an thirty minutes before you start to prepare anything, otherwise the pastry could be disappointingly … [Read more...]
4 Cheese Macaroni with Truffle Oil
Macaroni and cheese is a comfort food everyone loves. I am a cheese lover who eats anything with cheese. This recipe can be considered gourmet as compared to the classic mac and cheese, but I assure you that it is definitely awesome. If you don't have the specified cheeses … [Read more...]
Chicken Breasts with Spinach and Ricotta
Soft, juicy Chicken Breasts, with flavoursome Spinach, and a rich, gooey Ricotta Centre – very simple, yet very impressive and a sure-fire hit. You can use a different type of Curd or Soft Cheese too in place of the Ricotta, so it may be worth trying a few varieties … [Read more...]
Cheesy Cabbage Bake
Cabbage is a leafy vegetable rich in vitamin C. It has amino acids that help reduce discomfort and inflammation. Aside from these, it is a common diet food because it contains few calories. This vegetable is usually added to soups stews or prepared as a side. This dish is a … [Read more...]
Lime Cheesecake
Fresh, fruity and full of flavour – there can’t be many more words to describe how amazing this Cheesecake is beginning with the letter ‘f’! To Serve 2 30g Butter 30g Dark Chocolate 90g Digestive Biscuits, crushed Rind of 1 Lime 90g Curd Cheese 90g Low Fat … [Read more...]