56 Cheddar Cheese Recipes

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56 Cheddar Cheese Recipes2/56 Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Bring back the taste of days gone by with this ooey-gooey classic. A little ground mustard and hot pepper sauce give this old-fashioned baked macaroni and cheese just the right spice. —James Backman, Centralia, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 267 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein. 3/56 Cheeseburger Quesadillas 9

They are so yummy and easy to make!

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe 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. 4/56 Bacon Cheese Fries 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tempting bacon cheese

fries are one finger food I can make a meal of

fries are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they’re a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream. —Marilyn Dutkus, Laguna Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 218 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 5/56 Cheddar Spirals 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cheddar Spirals Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 50 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our kids always loved this cheesy pasta and

would sample a spoonful right from the slow cooker when they walked by

would sample a spoonful right from the slow cooker when they walked by. Adding cocktail sausages, sliced Polish sausage or cubed ham makes it a hearty dinner. —Heidi Ferkovich, Park Falls, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 260 calories, 19g fat (13g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 415mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 6/56 Cheese-Stuffed Shells 84 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cheese-Stuffed Shells Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was living in California, I tasted

this rich cheesy pasta dish at a neighborhood Italian restaurant

this rich cheesy pasta dish at a neighborhood Italian restaurant. I got the recipe and made a few changes to it in my own kitchen. I’m happy to share it with you. —Lori Mecca, Grants Pass, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 2 stuffed shells: 397 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1097mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. 7/56 Beer Dip 148 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beer Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 3-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with

shredded cheese

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. 8/56 Baked Mac and Cheese 37 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Even people who have had their own homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version. For the best baked mac and cheese, use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for more flavor. —Shelby Thompson, Dover, Delaware Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 688 calories, 37g fat (21g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. 9/56 Zucchini Pizza Casserole 347 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved JOSH RINK FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: My husband has a hearty appetite, our two kids never tire of pizza, and I grow lots of zucchini. So this tasty tomato casserole is absolutely tops with us throughout the entire year. Once you’ve tried the recipe, you may even decide to grow more zucchini in your own garden next summer! —Lynn Bernstetter, White Bear Lake, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 315 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 119mg cholesterol, 855mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. 10/56 Cheesy Meat Loaf 210 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Li’l Cheddar Meat Loaves Recipe

My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times since. My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites. —Kathy Bowron, Cocolalla, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 meat loaf: 279 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 547mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. 11/56 Cauliflower Soup 324 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cauliflower Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

30 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

30 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This cheesy recipe is way tastier than any other cauliflower soup I’ve tried! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. —Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 160 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 12/56 Chicken Broccoli Casserole 190 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the

It’s quick, satisfying comfort food

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: 317 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 899mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. 13/56 Ham Chowder 185 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cheesy Ham Chowder Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup

is full of potatoes, carrots and ham

is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 404 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1081mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. 14/56 Baked Spaghetti with Cream of Mushroom Soup 139 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Spaghetti with Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe photo by Ruthie Darling for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This cheesy crowd-pleasing

dish puts a different spin on spaghetti

dish puts a different spin on spaghetti. The leftovers, if there are any, freeze well for a quick future meal. —Ruth Koberna, Brecksville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 239 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 500mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. 15/56 Buffalo Chicken Lasagna 122 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Buffalo Chicken Lasagna Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe was inspired by my daughter’s favorite food—Buffalo wings! It tastes as if it came from a restaurant.

—Melissa Millwood, Lyman, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 466 calories, 28g fat (15g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 1680mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. 16/56 Twice-Baked Potato Casserole 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Loaded Twice-Baked Potato Casserole Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 367 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate

(2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein

(2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. 17/56 The Best Shepherd’s Pie 137 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved The Best Shepherd’s Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is the best shepherd’s pie recipe I’ve ever tasted. It’s very quick to make, and I usually have most—if not all—of the ingredients already on hand. —Tirzah Sandt, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 472 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 802mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein. 18/56 Au Gratin Potatoes 166

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