Chill Outside, But Warm Up with These 15 Cheesy Recipes

When the temps drop, cheese makes everything better! These 15 cheesy recipes will melt your heart and keep you warm all night long. Get ready!

Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese

Spicy tuna cucumber boats on a plate. — Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese are the perfect low-carb snack! Fresh cucumbers are filled with creamy tuna, bagel seasoning, and a spicy kick. Ready in just 10 minutes!
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Baked Ravioli

Dinner made easy with this Baked Ravioli! Using frozen ravioli, marinara, and melted cheese, it’s a quick, lasagna-like dish that’s ready in just 1 hour.
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Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

A plate with a serving of a vegetable casserole. — Cheesy Vegetable Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

A cheesy vegetable casserole that complements any main dish! Whether it's chicken, steak, meatloaf, or ribs, this side is the perfect match.
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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Bowl of pasta with creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with a dark sauce. A fork is in the bowl, making it one of the top 10 instant pot recipes for quick and delicious meals. — Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese in the Instant Pot is your new cookout favorite! Creamy pasta and grilled chicken come together in a mouthwatering 30-minute dish.
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Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch with cauliflower, cheese, and parsley in a white casserole dish with a wooden spoon. — Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the cheesy dinner of your dreams! Quick, easy, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a hassle-free meal.
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Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole

A baked casserole dish filled with a cheesy, golden-brown lasagna garnished with fresh parsley leaves, just one of the 21 addictive casseroles you need to try. — Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

A family favorite in no time! This Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole with broccoli, bacon, and ranch is a creamy, one-pot meal that’s ready in minutes.
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Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon. — Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is a cheesy, simple dish that's perfect for busy nights. Full of flavor and low-carb goodness!
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Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

This Easy Keto Mexican Casserole is made with ground beef, low-carb tortillas, and taco toppings. Cheesy, juicy, and perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep!
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Easy Baked Skillet Mac and Cheese

Close-up of a spoon lifting a portion of cheesy baked macaroni and cheese with a breadcrumb topping from a casserole dish, garnished with chopped herbs. — Easy Baked Skillet Mac and Cheese. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Skillet Mac and Cheese baked in the oven is the ultimate comfort dish! Perfect for serving a crowd at potlucks, cookouts, or any dinner occasion.
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Keto Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Looking for a hearty keto dish? This Keto Broccoli Cheese Casserole is rich, satisfying, and perfect for family dinners or bringing to potlucks.
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Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

These Ham and Cheese Sliders are a crowd-pleasing appetizer! Made with ham, mozzarella, and a buttery poppy seed topping on sweet Hawaiian rolls.
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Mac and Cheese with Roasted Poblanos

A close-up view of a dish of macaroni and cheese garnished with chopped herbs, presented in a rectangular white baking dish, joins the ranks of our 21 roasted dishes. — Mac and Cheese with Roasted Poblanos. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Fresh jalapenos add heat to this Mac and Cheese with Roasted Poblanos, while creamy cheese layers cool it down—ideal for any palate and every age!
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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole

This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole is packed with seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, cream cheese, and spicy jalapeños. Topped with cheese and baked to perfection—ready in just over an hour!
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Broccoli Casserole

A casserole dish filled with broccoli and crumb topping. — Broccoli Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This easy Broccoli Casserole is perfect for beginners! In just 50 minutes, you’ll have a cheesy, delicious family dinner—steam, mix, top, and bake!
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Instant Pot Shrimp and Grits

A bowl of shrimp and grits, made effortlessly in an Instant Pot, topped with crispy bacon and a sunny-side-up egg, with a fork placed inside. — Instant Pot Shrimp and Grits. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Taste the South with this cheesy Shrimp and Grits, cooked in your Instant Pot in just 30 minutes! Bacon, sautéed tomatoes, crispy eggs, and juicy shrimp come together for a delicious brunch.
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