Love Cheese? Try These 4 Recipe Ideas By Jamie Oliver
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Cheesy garlic bread has its roots in Italian cuisine, often served as an appetizer or side dish. It embodies the rustic charm of Italian cooking, where simple ingredients like bread, garlic, and cheese come together to create a comforting treat. Today, it enjoys global popularity, often found in pizzerias and casual dining establishments, with variations that include different cheeses and herbs.
Ingredients
- ●bread
- ●butter
- ●garlic
- ●parsley
- ●mozzarella cheese
- ●parmesan cheese
- ●olive oil
- ●salt
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Slice the bread in half lengthwise.
- 3Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a bowl.
- 4Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- 5Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese generously on top.
- 6Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- 7Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-12 minutes.
- 8Switch to broil and broil for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- 9Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.
- 10Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Ingredient Alternatives
mozzarella cheese
Healthier: part-skim mozzarella
Cheaper: cheddar cheese
Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while cheddar is often less expensive.
butter
Healthier: olive oil
Cheaper: margarine
Olive oil is healthier and margarine is often cheaper.
Techniques
Equipment
Also Known As
Macaroni and Cheese, often called 'Mac and Cheese', has roots in early American cuisine, influenced by European pasta dishes. It became popular as a comforting, affordable meal during the Great Depression, symbolizing home-cooked simplicity. Today, it enjoys global variations, from gourmet versions with truffle oil to vegan adaptations, making it a beloved dish across cultures.
Ingredients
- ●elbow macaroni
- ●cheddar cheese
- ●milk
- ●butter
- ●flour
- ●bread crumbs
- ●mustard
- ●black pepper
- ●salt
- ●onion powder
- ●garlic powder
- ●paprika
- ●cayenne pepper
- ●cream cheese
Instructions
- 1Boil water in a large pot and add elbow macaroni; cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2Drain the macaroni and set aside.
- 3In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat until bubbling.
- 4Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
- 5Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 6Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- 7Add mustard, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder; mix well.
- 8Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- 9Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
- 10Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until golden and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.
- 11Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
cheddar cheese
Healthier: reduced-fat cheese
Cheaper: processed cheese
Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while processed cheese is often less expensive.
butter
Healthier: olive oil
Cheaper: margarine
Olive oil provides healthier fats while margarine is a budget-friendly alternative.
milk
Healthier: almond milk
Cheaper: water + cornstarch
Almond milk is lower in calories, and a cornstarch mixture can mimic creaminess.
elbow macaroni
Healthier: whole wheat pasta
Cheaper: generic pasta
Whole wheat pasta adds fiber while generic options are often cheaper.
Techniques
Equipment
Also Known As
Ingredients
- ●4 large bell peppers
- ●1 cup ricotta cheese
- ●1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ●1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ●1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- ●1/2 tsp garlic powder
- ●1/2 tsp onion powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- ●1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- 3In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, cooked quinoa, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped basil.
- 4Stuff each bell pepper with the cheese and quinoa mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in.
- 5Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
- 6Spoon marinara sauce over the top of each stuffed pepper.
- 7Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- 8Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Equipment
Originating from Switzerland, cheese fondue is a traditional dish that reflects the country's alpine heritage, where communal dining is cherished. It symbolizes warmth and togetherness, often enjoyed during winter gatherings. Today, fondue has gained global popularity, with variations incorporating different cheeses and dippers.
Ingredients
- ●Gruyère cheese
- ●Emmental cheese
- ●dry white wine
- ●garlic
- ●lemon juice
- ●cornstarch
- ●nutmeg
- ●black pepper
- ●bread
- ●vegetables
- ●apples
- ●pickles
Instructions
- 1Rub the inside of a fondue pot with garlic cloves.
- 2Pour dry white wine into the pot and heat over medium heat until simmering.
- 3Gradually add grated Gruyère and Emmental cheese, stirring constantly until melted.
- 4Mix cornstarch with lemon juice and add to the cheese mixture to thicken.
- 5Season with nutmeg and black pepper to taste.
- 6Keep the fondue warm over a low flame.
- 7Cut bread into cubes and arrange on a platter.
- 8Prepare vegetables, apples, and pickles for dipping.
- 9Serve the fondue with skewers for dipping.