This little moment of lusciousness takes all of minutes to toss together. Just tear the figs, rip the cheese, and drizzle with oil. Badda bing.

Grilled Radicchio Salad with Gorgonzola and Balsamic Vinaigrette
No wallflower, this early autumn salad teams sweet grilled radicchio with boldly pungent Gorgonzola and the familiar tang of balsamic vinaigrette.
- Quick Glance
- 20 M
- 20 M
- 11

Cantaloupe Soup with Prosciutto-Mozzarella Sandwiches
Though these classic summery ingredients couldn’t be more accessible, these results couldn’t be less expected.
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- 10 M
- 10 M
- 6

Shaved Summer Squash with Squash Blossoms
An unexpected, elegant salad of thinly shaved summer squash tossed with squash blossoms, lemon, and some crumbly cheese. Lovely with just about anything.
- Quick Glance
- 10 M
- 10 M
- 3

Orecchiette with Morel Mushrooms and Ramps
This pasta, filled with earthy morel mushroom and ramps–wild leeks–is balanced by the richness of Grana Padano and mascarpone cheese.
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- 45 M
- 55 M
- 0

Banana Rum Cheesecake with Maple Rum Sauce
This banana rum cheesecake is as delicious as it is dairy-free and vegan. Rich and satiny, the cake get a dressing up from an earthy maple rum sauce.
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- 1 H
- 5 H, 30 M
- 2

Parmesan and Gruyère Cheese Soufflé
Airy and oh so rich, these stunning souffles take stiffly beaten eggs, Parmesan, and Gruyère to lofty new heights.
- Quick Glance
- 15 M
- 45 M
- 3

Pecorino and Bean Salad
This Pecorino and bean salad is a classic dish you’ll find in Italy. It’s so easy to throw together and more impressive than the usual mixed green salad.
- Quick Glance
- 25 M
- 25 M
- 1

Grilled New York State Cheddar Cheese Sandwich
Sharp New York Cheddar cheese is layered between sourdough bread and smeared with a tomato-chipotle spread to kick up these grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Quick Glance
- 10 M
- 15 M
- 5

Gorgonzola Dolce with Roasted Pears and Spiced Walnuts
Mild and oh so creamy, Gorgonzola dolce gussies up a cheese course with honeyed roast pears to sweet effect. Certain to woo even stinky-cheese haters.
- Quick Glance
- 20 M
- 1 H, 25 M
- 4

Macaroni Gratin
This diminutive mac n cheese arrives in teensy dishes at hoity-toity Balthazar, though it creates no less a sensation when scooped straight from a big old baking dish unceremoniously plonked in the center of the kitchen table.
- Quick Glance
- 25 M
- 50 M
- 2

Cheddar-Parmesan Crackers
These crackers are filled with all kinds of cheesy goodness, dry mustard, and a hint of cayenne pepper for heat. Can you say addiction?
- Quick Glance
- 25 M
- 2 H, 40 M
- 7

Bacon and Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Inspired by a stuffed baked potato, this stovetop mac and cheese is loaded with bacon, Cheddar, and sour cream. Indulgence, baby.
- Quick Glance
- 25 M
- 30 M
- 7

Spice-Crusted Cheese Truffles
Spice-crusted cheese truffles are an ideal hors d’oeuvre. The truffles, a combo of cheddar and cream cheese, are rolled then tossed in a chile powder.
- Quick Glance
- 20 M
- 1 H, 20 M
- 0

Penne with Spinach-Ricotta Sauce
A sort of inside-out take on tortellini filled with spinach and ricotta, this quick weeknight pasta supper boasts a rich spinach and ricotta sauce.
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- 10 M
- 30 M
- 1

Southwest Chile Cheese Fondue
This Southwest chile cheese fondue is brimming with chile ingredients, cheese, and spices. This is a fondue with brio. Dip chorizo for a flavor blast.
- Quick Glance
- 11

Cauliflower Fondue with Asiago and Smoked Paprika
This cauliflower fondue is full of Asiago cheese and smoked paprika. An unusual fondue, it gets texture from the cauliflower. A favorite of fondue lovers.
- Quick Glance
- 15 M
- 35 M
- 8

Roquefort and Walnut Shortbreads
These Roquefort walnut shortbreads are an elegant appetizer. The shortbreads can also serve as cocktail nibbles. Use a quality Roquefort for best results.
- Quick Glance
- 45 M
- 1 H
- 9

Wild Mushrooms with Herbed Cheese
A mix of wild mushrooms topped with an herbed cheese filled with parsley, thyme, chives, and garlic makes for a great tapas or starter.
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- 1 H
- 4 H, 15 M
- 1

