Ten Drool-Worthy Cheesy Treats You Can Cook Up at Home

Is there anything in this world that's better than a delicious bite of pasta wrapped up in layers of cheese? I don't think so! For an easy weeknight dinner, you can throw this Taco Pasta Bake together in a pinch. It's just the right amount of flavor and spice, and is comfort food in it's finest form.

An easy vehicle for any kind of cheese is some crispy polenta bites. You can make the polenta yourself following a recipe like this one or you can buy pre-made polenta in a tube and cut it into rounds for a simpler and quicker preparation. If sun-dried tomatoes aren’t your thing, feel free to customize!

Sure to be a fan favorite of all ages, mac and cheese cups allow us to live out our childhood dream of eating everything with our fingers. Keep it simple with this preparation or mix in some extras like bacon bits, veggies, or some red pepper flakes for an extra kick.

 For a bit of communal sharing, we love this idea for a wreath of biscuits and a cheesy dip in the middle. Yet again, you can either use pre-made dough or make your own. Pro tip: add some garlic and cheddar cheese to your biscuits with your dip of choice and get double the cheese! 

Take your pizza dreams to the next level with an amazing homemade flatbread with some burrata on top. Elevate pepperoni and cheese to this amazing prosciutto and burrata recipe or try a tomato and avocado combo for some vegetarian deliciousness. 

Keep the carby goodness going with some baked brie cups. The ooze of this cheese will be picture perfect and personal-sized, creating the ideal ratio of crunchiness and creaminess every time. Try this simple raspberry and pecan combo or invent your own pairings. 

Okay, hear us out… these may not be the most practical for a casual night in, but they look like so much fun! A shooter of creamy tomato bisque topped with a mini grilled cheese takes a midweek soup and sandwich night to the next level. Also, not a bad idea to test these babies out at home and then add them to your cocktail hour menu when it comes time to plan your wedding menu!

For those of you looking for a little spice in your life, there’s nothing better than the pairing of jalapeños and cream cheese. This recipe takes it to the next level by adding in some smoked Gouda to complement the char of the peppers. Yum! 

Simple enough for an afternoon snack, yet elegant enough for a dinner party, baked pears are the perfect way to bring some goat cheese into the mix. We love the idea of adding some rosemary and some honey to really round out the flavor profile. 

It’s official: cheese can be a dessert too, especially when it’s packaged in a delicious graham cracker crust. Mini cheesecakes are quick and easy and yet packed with the flavor we all know and love. Shake up a classic with a chocolate and gingerbread crust or keep it simple with fresh fruit on top.