Cuisine: Cheese

Japanese Cheesecake

This light Japanese Cheesecake originated in Hakada, Japan in 1948 with the name "Uncle Tetsu". It’s very different from standard cheesecake, it is made with 3 ingredients - cream cheese, white chocolate and eggs.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Green Chile Frito Pie

Frito pie is traditionally chili meat, cheese poured into a snack-sized sack of Frito chips cut open sideways. This recipe is more of a bowl. I had it at the Plaza Café in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It was probably one of the best things I eaten in a long time. I have always been a fan of green Hatch chilies. This Green Chili Frito Pie was so good and VERY spicy, just they way I like it!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Chicken Gismonda

Chicken Gismonda is a recipe from the Rangoon Racquet Club in Beverly Hills, which opened in 1975 and closed in the early 1990's. It is chicken that is smothered in mushrooms and served on cooked spinach and covered with melted mozzarella cheese.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 35 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Caramelized Onion Cranberry Compote Cream Cheese Crackers

Hosting a party is stressful, whether it's a small get-together or a holiday fête for a crowd. The key is making as much food ahead of time as possible, so all you have to do day-of is reheat and do a little last-minute prep. These Caramelized Onion Cranberry Compote Cream Cheese Crackers can be made ahead and will be a crowd pleaser.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: Makes 1 cup

Butternut Squash & Bacon Mac n’ Cheese

This Butternut Squash & Bacon Mac n’ Cheese is perfect for a fall meal. It's super cheesy and delicious. Serve it will a mixed green salad and crusty bread.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 6 servings

Parmesan Roasted Zucchini

This recipe for Parmesan Roasted Zucchini from Ina Garten's new cookbook, Cooking for Jeffrey, she says that "You can serve it hot out of the oven or at room temperature as part of a buffet, where a big platter of roasted zucchini looks gorgeous."

By Leslie Blythe

  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Potatoes au Gratin

This Potatoes au Gratin is a fabulously cheesy and satisfying delish side dish. There really isn't anything more to say but to make this now!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

These Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas do not have a can of soup in it! You make a roux with chicken broth. It's creamy and so delicious!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Artichoke, Spinach & Chicken Parmesan

Artichoke, Spinach & Chicken Parmesan is all made in one pan! It is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. Serve it with a loaf of crusty bread.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Cheesy Chili Dip

This Cheesy Chili Dip is probably the best dip ever. I'm not kidding, it is just perfect! When I serve this, everyone loves it.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins