From classic mature Cheddar to rich, salty blue cheese, cheese is at the hearty of so many classic meals. Try it melted on toast, mixed into salad or stirred into risotto with our tasty cheese recipes. Find even more meal inspiration with our family favourites.
Try out this heart-healthy risotto recipe made with nutty pearl barley, aubergine, cherry tomatoes, and walnuts. It makes the most of storecupboard staples, so is not only low in saturated fat but low in price, too.
Vegetarian lasagne is a classic that everyone loves. This one is amplified with the addition of Puy lentils, while the mushrooms add great texture. The trick to getting a great white sauce is to slowly add the milk.
Kick off your Christmas feasting with these clever cheese bauble starters in three festive flavour combinations.
This simple shakshuka, made with butter beans and green veg, makes a healthy brunch or lunch that's high in protein and 2 of your 5-a-day! Serve with some crusty bread to dip into those gorgeous golden yolks.
Switch up classic Scotch eggs with this vegetarian version that’s 1 of your 5 a day. Spiced sweet potato and spinach and coated in crispy breadcrumbs - check out that golden yolk!
The bacon sarnie is given a glow-up in this breakfast naan. Stuffed with crispy streaky bacon, Cheddar and fried eggs, just add a dollop of chilli jam for extra deliciousness.
These miniature jackets are sure to delight at your next Christmas party
This DIY bagel board is an easy idea for a laid-back brunch with friends
This easy, no-bake pear cheesecake is sure to be a Christmas crowd-pleaser
This creamy tuna dip recipe is perfect for snacking – simply whip together quark, soft cheese and salad cream, add zesty lemon and spring onions and finish with flaky tuna and chives for a simple dip that's easy to make. What's more, this healthy dip is high in B12, which supports the reduction of tiredness. Pack into a picnic with your favourite crudités and enjoy!
Make your kids a lunchbox that really has it all – creamy tuna and cream cheese wrapped up with crisp lettuce, chicken and veg skewers and sweet apple and honey rounds
hese delicious dairy-free and gluten-free blinis means no one has to miss out on a canapé or two! Perfect for parties all year round.
Creamy avocados are perfect for keeping this zesty cake super-moist – don't worry, it won't taste like avocado
This on-trend cottage cheese loaf is a source of protein and high in vitamin B12, and makes a tasty alternative to sliced bread.
Got a fridge full of leftovers? Our cheeseboard nachos are here to save the day! Use whatever leftover cheeses you have and layer on top of nachos with cranberry sauce, turkey and bacon – whatever's going.
Everyone loves macaroni cheese and the beauty of this dish is you can throw in any leftover cheese from the fridge or a festive cheeseboard, so leftovers get a new and tasty lease of life! Ready in just over half an hour, this is a real family favourite for midweek, weekends or between Christmas and New Year when you fancy something simple and comforting.
Set the scene for your Christmas lunch with this vibrant salad. Sweet red cabbage tastes heavenly matched with tangy blue cheese and roasted pecans in this festive starter.
Mashed sweet and white potatoes form the basis for this savoury pancake recipe. Plenty of crushed garlic and a generous crumble of tangy blue Stilton are what make the pancakes so moreish while a simple side salad adds a pop of colour to your plate.
Dreaming of a takeaway? Satisfy your cravings with this easy homemade white pizza recipe instead. Top with caramelised onions, crispy bacon and thinly sliced potatoes before finishing with tangy blue cheese and oozy mozzarella for the ultimate cheese feast
Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, this delicious recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more.
Got leftover mince pies from Christmas? Turn them into this indulgent cheesecake. The biscuit base is blended with crumbled mince pie pastry and a touch of brandy butter, then topped with velvety mincemeat cream. Finish with a scattering of nuts and serve as a festive dessert or at your New Year's Eve party.
Turn your Christmas leftovers into these simple savoury scones. They can be made with whatever root veg and cheese you have in the fridge. Leftover roast potatoes add a crispy hash brown-style texture, which tastes great with scrambled eggs. Or fill with leftover turkey and cranberry sauce for a festive lunch.
If you're looking for a new Christmas canapé idea, look no further. Smoked salmon and cream cheese is a classic festive flavour combo, but we've added a little heat with wasabi paste and zingy lime.
Here's a stunning veggie main for your Christmas dinner that's a doddle to make. This tart features a trio of red onions, leek and shallots to make a gorgeous caramelised topping, reminiscent of the classic French dessert tarte Tatin.
This one-tray baked eggs recipe uses leftover ratatouille – see recipe below – and a handful of other ingredients you might already have at home, so it can easily be pulled together.
Creamy blue cheese polenta is the perfect winter comfort food. Serve as a hearty alternative to mash or spaghetti with these juicy beef meatballs and a herby tomato sauce.
Molten blue cheese elevates sirloin steaks to a luxurious meal for two while balsamic Brussel sprouts and horseradish mash are the ultimate accompaniments.
This is the perfect vegetarian alternative to a traditional beef lasagne
Deep pan, square and topped with mountains of melty blue cheese, this Detroit-style pizza will soon become one of your favourite fakeaways
Warm up with this rich recipe, made with crumbled stilton, floury potatoes and sweet caramelised onions
Mature Cheddar and Stilton adds a comforting creaminess to this indulgent cheesy leek soup recipe
This blue cheese and leek savoury crumble might just become a staple in your comfort food favourites. Leeks, softened in butter are combined with Stilton then covered with a breadcrumb topping and baked in the oven until golden and oozing. An indulgent roast dinner side or veggie main.
This rich and warming risotto inspired by the classic pasta dish is perfect for using up some of that leftover cheeseboard on Boxing Day. Add any favourites, but bear in mind how flavoured cheeses like cranberry will affect the taste.