These shredded cheese recipes help you use up a bag or tear into a new one.
50 Shredded Cheese Recipes That’ll Use Up a Bag
Updated on Jul. 29, 2025
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White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mac and cheese is simple and has lots of flavor from the cheeses and ground chipotle chile. I use conchiglie pasta because its shape allows more melted cheese to pool inside. Yum! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 650 calories, 35g fat (22g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 607mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
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Bacon Dip
Total Time
2 hours 15 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I've tried assorted appetizers before, but this one is a surefire people-pleaser. The thick bacon cheese dip has lots of flavor and keeps my guests happily munching as long as it lasts. I serve it with tortilla chips or sliced French bread. —Suzanne Whitaker, Knoxville, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 261 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 417mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein.
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Au Gratin Sausage Skillet
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Using frozen vegetables and a package of au gratin potatoes, I can get this satisfying stovetop supper on the table in no time. Even our oldest daughter, who can be a picky eater, loves it—and it is an excellent way of getting her to eat her vegetables. —Penny Greene, Lancaster, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 660 calories, 47g fat (18g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 2093mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Vegetarian Skillet Enchiladas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whether served for Meatless Monday or your family's everyday vegetarian meal, these unconventional enchiladas will leave everyone asking for more. —Susan Court, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 307 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 14g protein.
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Potluck Mac and Cheese
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll always have a winner at the potluck when you bring macaroni and cheese. Here's an extra-rich, creamy version for the slow cooker. —Jennifer Blondek, Chicopee, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 388 calories, 28g fat (17g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 652mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
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Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Bake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This casserole brings together two classic comfort foods: grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. There’s no need for your hands to get messy dipping bread into a bowl of hot soup! Best of all, my picky-eater husband devours every bite. —Megan Kuns, Perrysburg, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 485 calories, 29g fat (17g saturated fat), 137mg cholesterol, 918mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
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Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? Both crisp and hearty, this restaurant-quality snack is one that my family requests often. —Trish Perrin, Keizer, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 potato skin: 350 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 460mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
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Cheeseburger Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This comforting casserole combines the best elements of a cheeseburger, including the cheese and toppings. The best part? It's all made in one pot! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 540 calories, 24g fat (12g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 988mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein.
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St. Louis-Style Pizza
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 pizzas (4 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Provel cheese and a cracker-thin crust are the hallmarks of this St. Louis-style pizza recipe. Don't forget to cut your pizza as they would in Missouri—square pieces only! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 382 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 755mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Croque-Monsieur
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
This French take on a ham and cheese sandwich includes a creamy bechamel sauce for a rich, savory flavor. And the cheese-topped brioche bread provides a crunch that gives this hot sandwich its name, 'croque.' —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 780 calories, 48g fat (28g saturated fat), 200mg cholesterol, 2275mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 45g protein.
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Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious chicken and broccoli casserole recipe is a twist on chicken divan that came from an old boss. It’s quick, satisfying comfort food. —Jennifer Schlachter, Big Rock, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 318 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 901mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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White Pizza Dip
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings (1/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I first served this dip during a Super Bowl party, and boy, did it disappear fast. It's a great addition to a snack table because it can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you're ready to pop it in the oven.—Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup (calculated without baguette): 158 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 318mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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Grilled Cheese and Pepperoni Sandwich
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who doesn’t love a good grilled cheese sandwich recipe? This super decadent version comes fully loaded with pepperoni and five types of cheese! —Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 719 calories, 55g fat (29g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 1207mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Popcorn Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this unique Popcorn Salad all the time. It's something you'll never see at any other picnic. My family and friends love it. —Rebecca Page, Franklin, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 310 calories, 27g fat (7g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 546mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I try to make foods that are not only kid friendly, but are also easy to reheat since my husband works long hours and often eats later than our children. If you like, use reduced-fat cheese and ground turkey for a lighter version. —Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 389 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 565mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Creamed Spinach with Cream Cheese
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella make this dish wonderfully cheesy. Sprinkle it with french-fried onions for a crisp boost of flavor. —Kathy Vazquez, Amarillo, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 415 calories, 35g fat (23g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 685mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
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Broccoli-Cheddar Beef Rolls
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandma's recipe for beef rolls is easy to change up. Load them with ham, veggies, or even olives, as you like! —Kent Call, Riverside, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed roll: 394 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
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Grits Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Grits are a staple in southern cooking. Serve this as a brunch item with bacon or as a side dish for dinner.—Jennifer Wallis, Goldsboro, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 202 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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Quick Tortilla Pinwheels
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Prepare these easy, cheesy pinwheels several days in advance if desired. Serve them with your choice of mild or hot salsa or picante sauce. —Barbara Keith, Faucett, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 pinwheel: 47 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Peanut Butter, Honey & Pear Open-Faced Sandwiches
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I work a 12-hour night shift at a hospital, and when I come home in the morning, I don't want to cook a big breakfast. I love these sandwiches because they're versatile; sometimes I use apples instead of pears and different cheeses, such as Brie or grated Parmesan. —L.J.Washington, Carpinteria, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 open-faced sandwich: 268 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 446mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
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Bacon-Cheddar Potato Croquettes
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Instead of throwing out leftover mashed potatoes, use them to make this potato croquette recipe. The little baked balls are yummy with ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or Dijon mayonnaise for dipping. —Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 46 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like quick and easy recipes that are spicy, you'll love this Instant-Pot Buffalo chicken dip. It has that real Buffalo wing taste—and it's super cheesy! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip: 173 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Cheese Crisps
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There is something so elegant about this classic northern Italian crisp. And like so many amazing Italian dishes, frico is insanely simple to prepare. Buy the best cheese you can find—its flavor is really going to shine! —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 crisp: 83 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 339mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Quick Focaccia Bread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Green olives complement my speedy version of the beloved Italian bread. Try the focaccia with minestrone or Italian wedding soup, or serve it with an antipasto tray for a hearty appetizer everyone will love. —Ivy Laffoon, Ceres, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 249 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Beer Dip
Total Time
5 min
Servings
3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It's perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it's hard to stop eating once you've started! The beer cheese dip can be made with any type of beer, including nonalcoholic. I've taken it to many parties and I am always asked for the recipe. —Michelle Long, New Castle, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 93 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Cheddar Cheese Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious soup recipe was shared by a friend and instantly became a hit with my husband. Its big cheese flavor blends wonderfully with the flavor of the vegetables. I first served this creamy soup as part of a holiday meal, but now we enjoy it throughout the year. —Dee Falk, Stromsburg, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 402 calories, 28g fat (19g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1088mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Pulled Pork Taters
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is as hearty as it gets. Part barbecued pork, part potatoes, the taters are as wholesome as they are delicious. My family can't get enough of this comforting dish. —Shannon Harris, Tyler, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 795 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 1677mg sodium, 89g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 7g fiber), 44g protein.
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Apple-Cheddar Pancakes with Bacon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting a scrumptious grilled apple and cheese sandwich, I decided to try the same flavors with pancakes. The idea of adding bacon came from my bacon-fanatic sister. —Kim Korver, Orange City, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes (calculated without butter and syrup): 303 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 685mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Broccoli Cheddar Pasta
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Broccoli cheddar pasta is a creamy, savory one-pot meal that's so easy to cook for lunch or dinner. The rich pasta is loaded with melted cheese and tender bits of cooked broccoli. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 554 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 932mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
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Cheesy Chicken Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to serve this hearty chowder as a meal with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish to prepare for any occasion. The rich, mild flavor and the tender chicken and vegetables appeal even to children and picky eaters. —Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 322 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1100mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Cheesy Lasagna
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The four different types of cheese make this lasagna a real crowd-pleaser. You can vary the amount of mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone and Parmesan to suit your preference. For our family, the more cheese, the better.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 368 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 398mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe combines my two favorite foods—pizza and chicken cordon bleu. I've made this for my family and the teachers at my school. Now the teachers ask me to make it for them for lunch! —Justin Rippel, Colgate, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 438 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1386mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
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Jumbo Jalapeno Cheddar Rolls
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Add some excitement to your buffet with these colorful rolls. The cheddar cheese and jalapeno flavors are mild, but everyone loves the zesty taste. —Linda Foreman, Locust Grove, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 368 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 542mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Double Jack Mac
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This spicy mac and cheese recipe came about when I asked my two sisters what they would like to add to mac and cheese to make it special. One said pepper jack cheese and the other said black beans. I liked both of the ideas and this is the result. The black beans add color and nutrition. The pepper jack cheese adds zip and fun. —Andrea Johnson, Freeport, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 837 calories, 41g fat (24g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 1283mg sodium, 79g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 37g protein.
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Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created these fun cheeseburger-quesadilla mashups in honor of my family's two favorite foods. They are so yummy and easy to make! —Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 quesadilla with about 1/4 cup sauce: 1002 calories, 60g fat (17g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 2115mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 39g protein.
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Pimiento Cheese Sandwich
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
The store-bought stuff pales in comparison to our homemade pimento cheese. Assemble it on a sandwich made with white bread, just as Southerners do. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 462 calories, 31g fat (13g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 773mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
37/50
Chipotle Ham ‘n’ Cheese Dip
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If you enjoy throwing dinner parties for friends, you can't beat a convenient slow-cooker recipe like this one. Who wants to be stuck in the kitchen? Just set the slow cooker on low and have fun visiting with guests. —Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup (calculated without vegetables): 104 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 261mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Enchilada Melts
Total Time
4 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting a similar recipe at a sandwich shop, I knew I had to try my own version at home. Personally, I like mine even more! I like to mix equal parts salsa and ranch dressing to make a tasty sauce for these sandwiches. —Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
2 open-faced sandwiches: 377 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1082mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
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Sour Cream & Cheddar Biscuits
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's my go-to recipe for biscuits. Brushing them with the garlic-butter topping before baking seals the deal! —Amy Martin, Vancouver, WA
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 206 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Quick Cheesy Broccoli
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Topped with crumbs, this cheesy broccoli is a decadent side dish for any occasion. Plus, it can be on the table in just 10 minutes! —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 101 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Green Beans in Bacon Cheese Sauce
Total Time
5 hours 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to take this side dish to potlucks, because it is easy to make and always popular. —Karen Lewis, Pleasant Grove, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 137 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 817mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Cheese & Red Pepper Latkes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These zesty latkes combine three cheeses with a handful of garlic and a colorful burst of red peppers. —Christine Montalvo, Windsor Heights, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
3 latkes: 437 calories, 29g fat (11g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 677mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Jalapeno Popper Spread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've been told by fellow partygoers that this recipe tastes exactly like a jalapeno popper. I like that it can be made without much fuss. —Ariane McAlpine, Penticton, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 239 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Garlic Bread Mini Muffins
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These little garlic bread bites make a terrific addition to any buffet spread. We make sure to serve them warm. —Kathy Yarosh, Apopka, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 94 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 197mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
45/50
Pierogi Quesadillas
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I had hungry children in the kitchen and nothing but leftovers, I invented these quesadillas. Now it's how we always use up our potatoes, meats and sometimes veggies. —Andrea Dibble, Solon, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 quesadilla: 630 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1559mg sodium, 82g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 24g protein.
46/50
Roadside Diner Cheeseburger Quiche
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My savory main-dish quiche tastes just like its burger counterpart. Easy and appealing, this cheeseburger quiche is pretty enough to serve guests. —Barbara J. Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 502 calories, 35g fat (19g saturated fat), 236mg cholesterol, 954mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
47/50
Breakfast Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I used to make this bacon breakfast pizza for my morning drivers when I worked at a delivery place. And they just loved it. Breakfast pizza is a quick and easy eye-opener that appeals to all ages. —Cathy Shortall, Easton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 352 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 169mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
48/50
Cheese-Stuffed Burgers for Two
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a sandwich that does traditional burgers one better—with a surprise pocket of cheddar! My family really enjoys the melted cheese center. —Janet Wood, Windham, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 357 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
49/50
Yankee Rancheros
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After my in-laws began affectionately referring to me as a Yankee, I decided I had to learn to make some Mexican dishes. These are super easy and make my Tex-Mex-loving family happy—even if they do come from a Northerner!. —Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 430 calories, 23g fat (6g saturated fat), 202mg cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 16g protein.
50/50
Fajita Burger Wraps
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This combo gives you a tender burger, crisp veggies and a crunchy shell, plus fajita flavor. Kids love it. —Antonio Smith, Canal Winchester, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 533 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 1190mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 34g protein.
Shredded Cheese Recipes FAQ
How do I prevent shredded cheese from clumping in recipes?
To prevent shredded cheese from clumping in recipes, add it gradually while cooking over low heat, stirring constantly for even melting. Avoid high heat, which can cause the cheese to separate. Before shredding cheese at home, you can lightly oil the box grater so the strands fall right off rather than sticking together against the metal surface.
What dishes can I make with shredded cheese?
Shredded cheese works well in a wide range of hot and cold dishes, including casseroles, soups, salads and dips. Cold shredded cheese adds a sharp bite to veggie sides or pimiento cheese spread and a gooey richness to cooked dishes like casseroles and griddled sandwiches. Stir shredded cheese into savory muffin batters or mashed potatoes, where it melts away, leaving behind a cheesy taste. For game day snacks, beer-laced cheesy sauces and hot dips are a fun, popular way to use up a bag.
What is the best type of shredded cheese for casseroles?
The best type of shredded cheese for casseroles is a good melting cheese that will evenly disperse inside the casserole and create a stretchy blanket on top, such as cheddar cheese, American or mozzarella. These cheeses are less likely to separate or become greasy as they bake and brown. Use one cheese throughout your favorite one-pot casseroles, or use a blend to quickly change up the flavor but not the recipe.
