12 Recipes Every Cheese Lover Needs In Their Life

Croque MonsieurThe French may have nailed the most comforting dish ever with the croque monsieur. Thick slices of white bread, smoky ham off the bone, Dijon mustard and rich gruyere cheese sauce come together to create the ultimate sandwich.

Bacon & Cheese PastaQuick, simple and budget-friendly, this recipe is a winner for both fussy kids and adults craving a taste of nostalgia. A sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves is a nice token of greenery.

Blue Cheese & Onion PizzaAll you need is a pre-made pizza base and a few simple ingredients to create this indulgent meal. If you're yet to try blue cheese on a pizza, you're in luck. It's mouth-watering with soft red onion, pesto and mozzarella.  

Pan-Fried Feta Cheese With Honey & Tomato SaladTry this recipe once and you'll soon become obsessed. Perfect for impromptu guests, fried feta is simple and impressive. It is delicious with a salad on the side and a good drizzle of honey,

Twice-Baked Pumpkin & Blue Cheese SoufflesThe stronger the cheese, the more intense the flavour with this recipe. Enjoy these souffles straight from the oven when they're puffed and golden.

Cheese & Olive Biscuits If you thought your platter skills couldn't get any better, wait until you make your own biscuits. These delicate little creations are wonderfully savoury and smell divine coming out of the oven.

Macaroni Cheese With Lemon, Thyme & BaconYou say comfort food, we say mac 'n' cheese. This modern version sees macaroni served with oozing hot melted cheese and a hint of fresh lemon and thyme. True cheese lovers can add feta or blue cheese for an extra kick. 

Four Cheese TartsIf you've ever wanted to eat all your favourite cheeses in one go, this is the meal you've been looking for.

Goat's Cheese Arancini BallsSharp, tangy goat's cheese is the perfect addition to these rich little morsels. Serve with garlic aioli for an impressive snack at your next drinks.  

Caramelised Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich With Miso ButterLove grilled cheese? Try this recipe, adapted from Raquel Pelzel's 'Umami Bomb' cookbook. These indulgent sandwiches get a nice tang from wholegrain mustard and a big hit of umami from the miso and the caramelised onions.

Roast Florets With Two CheesesWhat's better than one type of cheese? Two. This recipe sees cauliflower and broccoli paired with breadcrumbs, nuts, feta and parmesan, then roasted to perfection.  If you're wary of either of these vegetables, this dish is a delicious introduction.

Garlic, Leek & Ricotta TartWith ricotta, parmesan, cream and butter, this tart is a dairy lover's dream. Softened garlic and leeks add a delicate flavour, and a crisp green salad offsets any post-cheese guilt.