From rich, fluffy ricotta cakes and tarts, to melting brie cheese fondues and salty baked feta, we have pulled together our favourite sweet and savoury cheese recipes for your enjoyment. There’s the classic pizza and pasta dishes, as well as fun cheesy creations like our pikelets and chocolate mousse. So invite your friends over, bring out the wine, and indulge in the world’s best comfort food.
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Fabulous feta recipes
This salty, creamy cheese can be a wonderful addition to many dishes, bringing a unique flavour and texture. From salads and frittatas, to pizza and bakes, this collection of feta recipes is perfect for lunch, dinner or snacktime.
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Vegetarian haloumi recipes
What did the cheese say when it saw itself in the mirror? Halou-mi!
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Silverbeet and ricotta dumplings
Silverbeet and ricotta dumplings
These tasty cloud-like dumplings swimming in tomato sauce are guaranteed to impress.
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Baked brie with pine nut dukkah
Baked brie with pine nut dukkah
As it bakes, the creamy centre of this brie becomes infused with garlic. Topped with pomegranate molasses and pine nut dukkah, this molten cheese is a delight for the senses.
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Ricotta, polenta & blueberry cake
Ricotta, polenta & blueberry cake
A gorgeous golden cake made with polenta, ricotta and dark blueberries running though it.
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Gluten-free New York cheesecake
New York cheesecake is known for its creamy, satiny texture. It’s rich, dense and tall with a flat top – and this one is gluten-free for everyone to enjoy.
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Quinoa and seed cheese damper
This crusty bread is delicious whether served as the ideal side for your favourite soup or on its own with butter and golden syrup.
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Bacon and cheese omelette
Bacon, eggs and cheese – it’s a classic combo for good reason.
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Ricotta and capsicum bake
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Gnocchi quattro formaggi
Once you know how to make potato gnocchi you’ll enjoy all kinds of pasta sauces – but nothing beats this classic four cheese sauce. Delicious!
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Baked feta with roasted garlic, chilli and olives
Baked feta with roasted garlic, chilli and olives
Looking for tasty vegetarian dinner ideas? Try this baked feta dish! With sweet roasted garlic, flavoursome chilli and salty olives, this is great to serve as a starter, finger food or light snack.
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Baked bean and ricotta-stuffed mushroom
Breakfast worth waking up for – this hearty baked bean and ricotta-stuffed mushroom is quick, easy, and so delicious. It’s also a great low calorie option for those wanting to stay on track with their health goals.
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Caramelised leek and brie tartlets
Caramelised leek and brie tartlets
Simple and satisfying bite-sized tarts featuring creamy brie and the sweetness of caramelised leek.
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Dark chocolate & ricotta mousse
Dark chocolate & ricotta mousse
The best thing about this chocolate mousse is that it can be served the minute it is made. If you do wish to make it a day ahead, refrigerate, covered, then bring to room temperature before serving. You could also top each serving with cherries.
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Buttermilk mac ‘n’ cheese
This classic dish is delicious served with a leafy green salad.
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Raspberry and strawberry ricotta cheesecake
Indulge in this delightfully fresh and sweet raspberry and strawberry ricotta cheesecake; enjoy a slice for morning or afternoon tea!
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Asparagus and goat’s cheese party pizzas
Asparagus and goat’s cheese party pizzas
Serve slices of this moreish pizza at your next party and watch as they quickly disappear.
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Cheese, tomato and olive bread pudding
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Asparagus, cheese and tomato tarts
Asparagus, cheese and tomato tarts
Topped with asparagus, melted cheese and roasted tomatoes, these moreish tarts are great on their own as a warm snack or paired with a crisp green salad for lunch.
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New York cheesecake
When it comes to cheesecake, we prefer to stick to the classics. This is the original, and still the best version of this gooey dessert.
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Creamy four-cheese penne
Warm, creamy and hearty, this tasty four-cheese penne dish is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a family dinner on a cooler evening.
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Goat’s cheese, mushroom and tomato omelettes
Goat’s cheese, mushroom and tomato omelettes
It’s hard to eat poorly when you’ve got a carton of eggs in the fridge, even if there’s little else around. Eggs represent very compact packets of protein and nutrients ready to be turned into a nutritious meal in minutes. Master an omelette then you can create a filling according to what you have on hand.
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