30 super-cheesy recipes - Today's Parent (2024)

But this photo doesn’t look super cheesy, you’re probably thinking. Oh, just wait until you sink your teeth into it. That beef patty is stuffed with aBabybel. Yeah, that happened. Get the recipe:Cheesy Camp Burgers

Photo: Roberto Caruso

Stuffed with a blend of two cheeses, sweet peppers and then topped with more cheese, chicken breasts have never had it so good. Get the recipe:Cheesy Chicken with Sweet Potato Wedges

Photo: Maya Visnyei

Cream cheese is the base of this three-ingredient dip that’s perfect for after-school munchingor party snacking. Get the recipe:Roasted Red Pepper Cheese Dip

Adorable and totally portable, these cheesy bites are everything you’ve ever wanted from an appetizer or snack. They’re fun lunchbox companions, too. Get the recipe:Broccoli Cheddar Tots

Photo: Roberto Caruso

A tomato-filled creamy mac and chee is about as comforting as it gets. We love a good casserole, particularly when it’s brimming with chedda. Get the recipe:Tomato Mac and Cheese

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You won’t believe how simple this creamy mac and cheese is to pull together. It’s basically as easy as the boxed kind, but way more gourmet (there’s marscapone and old cheddar in all up in there!). Get the recipe:One-Pot Mac and Cheese

Photo: Roberto Caruso

Be prepared for a feeding frenzy—this ooey gooey garlic bread is the best. Get the recipe:Pull-Apart Cheesy Garlic Bread

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Chili + mac and cheese = WHY didn’t you think of this before?! Trust us when we tell you: One taste and this dish will earn its place in your regular meal rotation. Get the recipe:Chili Mac

Photo: Erik Putz

Strata is a warm, casserole-style breakfast that can be made ahead and popped in the oven once the coffee is on. This yummy one is made with toasted croissants, sausage and plenty of cheese (like, so much cheese). Get the recipe:Cheese and Sausage Croissant Strata

Photo: Roberto Caruso

Delicious hot, warm or at room temperature, serve leftovers between toasted bread to make a western omelette sandwich. Sprinkle extra cheese on top for good measure. Get the recipe:Baked Ham and Cheese Frittata

Photo: Maya Visnyei

French toast gets a savoury makeover in this breakfast-for-dinner recipe. Crumpets soak in an egg bath and then get topped with melted cheddar. Get the recipe:Cheese and Apple Crumpet French Toast

Photo: Erik Putz

Put your big kid to work spooning the cheesy filling into these giant stuffed shells. When the baking is done, let her garnish with fresh basil. Get the recipe:Cheese Stuffed Giant Shells

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Not much beats mashed potatoes—except a cheesy mashed potato casserole studded with golden breadcrumbs. There’s half a brick of cream cheese melted right inside those steamy taters. Get the recipe:Mashed Potato Casserole

Photo: Roberto Caruso

The cheesy nachos we all know and love go from snack to legit meal thanks to ground turkey and beans. Bring on the stretchy pants! Get the recipe: Supper Nachos

Photo: Erik Putz

Nothing says cheese please like a plate of lasagna. This updated version is made in the slow-cooker and is basically effortless to prep. Get the recipe: Ravioli Lasagna

Photo: Maya Visnyei

Melty cheese and perfectly sauteed mushrooms squished between a soft flour tortilla? Hello, Meatless Monday! Get the recipe:Mushroom Quesadilla

Photo: Roberto Caruso

These irresistible enchiladas come together in just 40 minutes and will surely become a go-to weeknight meal. Monterey Jack cheese gives a bit of extra zip. Get the recipe:Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Erik Putz

This lasagna is all about showcasing a homemade ragout, but you could also slip in a layer of cooked spinach or sautéed vegetables. Get the recipe:Easy Braised Beef Lasagna

Photo: Maya Visnyea

Perfect for brunch or dinner, this crustless quiche is a great way to sneak in some veggies—and an even better way to eat a lot of gooey, melty cheese. Get the recipe: Crustless Quiche

Photo: Erik Putz

Goal! Mascarpone, Parmesan and mozzarella make a deliciously melty “ice rink” in this breakaway of a pizza. Get the recipe: Hockey Rink Three-Cheese Pizza

Photo: Maya Visnyei

A cherished breakfast and lunch classic gets a makeover with the simple addition of sliced fruit. Plus brie, you guys. Brie can do no wrong. Get the recipe: Pear and Brie Grilled Cheese

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Oh, that? That’s just ricotta and mozzarella snuggled up inside slices of eggplant. This speedy spin on the classic is great for vegetarian and gluten-free eaters (use gluten-free panko or skip it). Get the recipe:Eggplant Parmesan Rolls

Photo: Erik Putz

Stuffed and topped with tomato and gooey cheese, then finished with soulless olive eyes, this is one yummy mummy. Why wait for Halloween to make supper spooky? Get the recipe:Mummy Pizza Grilled Cheese

Photo: Roberto Caruso

They were meant to be! Two classic meals, one easy meatloaf. Get the recipe:Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Photo: Maya Visnyei

Enjoy all the lasagna flavour you love in far less time with this tasty deconstructed version! The stringly, melty mozzarella on top is A+. Get the recipe: Lasagna Soup

Photo: Roberto Caruso

Stuff those hand-pies good—there are no rules when it comes to mozzarella! Get the recipe:Calzones with Turkey Kielbasa

Photo: Roberto Caruso

The teeny rice-shaped pasta in this yummy orzo risotto is fun and all, but the bite-sized balls of bocconcini kind of steal the show. Get the recipe: Easy Caprese Orzo Risotto

Photo: Maya Visnyei

Broccoli and cheddar, best friends forever. This soup feels a little lighter withmilk instead of heavy cream. Get the recipe:Broccoli-Cheddar Soup

Photo: Erik Putz

The genius of an omelette: It works with virtually any leftover (read: forgotten, wilted) veggies hiding in the fridge and any odd hunks of cheese in the drawer (just slice off the mold spots, we don’t judge). Get the recipe: Kitchen Sink Cheese Omelette

Photo: Roberto Caruso

Your kids will love this cheesy potato gnocchi—you’ll love the added broccoli. Get the recipe:Potato Gnocchi with Creamy Ham-and-Broccoli Sauce

Photo: Roberto Caruso

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