Mushroom and Fennel Bread Pudding

Loaded with herbs and pecorino.

Baked Quinoa Adobado

Jalapeño and chipotle peppers make for a spicy side dish.

Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese Crostini

Frenchified legumes for a healthy lunch.

Black Pepper–Manchego Cheese Puffs

Loaded with flavor but light as a feather.

Parmigiano–Black Pepper Popcorn

With extra-virgin olive oil.

Stuffed Poblanos with Black Beans and Cheese

Super veggie burrito meets grilled peppers.

Cheesy Artichoke Dip

There’s a serving of veggies somewhere in there!

Cacio e Pepe Pasta

Mountains of pecorino cheese make a creamy sauce; freshly ground pepper gives it a kick.

Gruyère Tuna Melt

Take your melt to the next level.

Cobb Salad Dip

Why didn’t someone think of this sooner?

Caramelized Onion Dip

The addition of goat cheese mimics the zip of Lipton’s famous onion soup mix.

Texas Queso Dip

Use it to top nachos or just as a dip for tortilla chips. This recipe combines two cheeses, onions, and green chiles for a Tex-Mex winner.

Buffalo Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Coleslaw

An instant sensation around the CHOW office.

Poached Fig, Walnut, and Blue Cheese Tart

A versatile tart appropriate as an hors d’oeuvre or a dessert.

Cheesy Enchiladas

Loaded with cheese and chile gravy.