Our 25 Cheesiest Recipes Ever

Updated by Food Network Canada Editors on February 16, 2018

The word "cheesy" may not bode well when describing a movie, but when we're talking about delicious dishes to tempt the tastebuds, the cheesier, the better! Mac and cheese, gooey gratin, grilled cheese and poutine and more complete our tasty list of the cheesiest recipes around.

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Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

This timeless pairing combines a creamy but cream-free tomato soup with the best grilled cheese ever. The soup has a secret ingredient which lends to its velvety consistency, while a combination of cheese, sourdough bread and perfect seasoning turn this childhood classic into a five-star masterpiece. You'll see why grilled cheese and tomato soup go together so well! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/food-network-canada-chef-school/recipe/grilled-cheese-and-tomato-soup/21307/" target="_blank">Roger Mooking’s Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup</a>
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Broccoli Cheese Baked Potatoes

Garnished with crispy onions, these baked potatoes from Ree Drummond are filled with delicate broccoli florets and loaded with a creamy sauce made from melted jack cheese and sharp Cheddar. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/broccoli-cheese-baked-potatoes/18350/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Broccoli Cheese Baked Potatoes</a>
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Sausage-and-Cheese Pancake Breakfast Casserole

This one-pan breakfast casserole is a delicious thing to wake up to. Vary the flavour profile by substituting Swiss or gouda instead of cheddar for a different kind of cheesy goodness. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sausage-and-cheese-pancake-breakfast-casserole/19700/" target="_blank">Sausage-and-Cheese Pancake Breakfast Casserole</a>
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No-Fry Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan

Forget the fry pan and use your oven to create a whole pan of eggplant Parm. You’ll get all the comforting, cheesy goodness, with less dishes, all while feeding a crowd in less than an hour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/no-fry-sheet-pan-eggplant-parmesan/20303/" target="_blank">No-Fry Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan</a>
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Skillet Scalloped Potatoes

Gloriously cheesy, these skillet-roasted scalloped spuds are a flavour-packed side dish that’s sure to become a family favourite. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/skillet-scalloped-potatoes/13906/" target="_blank">Skillet Scalloped Potatoes</a>
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Ketchup Chip Mac and Cheese Balls

Quintessentially Canadian, the sweet, vinegary taste of a ketchup chip isn’t for everyone — but its fans find it strangely addictive. Turn chips into a more substantial appetizer with these deep-fried macaroni and cheese balls that feature a crispy outer crust and gooey centre. Bet you can’t eat just one. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/ketchup-chip-mac-n-cheese-balls/19791/" target="_blank">Ketchup Chip Mac and Cheese Balls</a>
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The Pioneer Woman's Best Grilled Cheese

“The name doesn’t lie!” says Ree Drummond of her extra-cheesy concoction. The Pioneer Woman isn’t kidding around with this extreme grilled-cheese sandwich, complete with thick, melted slices of cheddar and provolone. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/best-grilled-cheese-ever/20021/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Best Grilled Cheese Ever</a>
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Baked Mac ‘N Cheese with Caramelized Onions and Duck Sausage

When it comes to maximum cheesiness, you won’t do better than this recipe that takes the mac-and-cheese concept to another level with the addition of duck sausage and three types of cheese, including rich, melty Brie. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-mac-n-cheese-with-caramelized-onions-and-duck-sausage/10948/" target="_blank">Baked Mac ‘N Cheese with Caramelized Onions and Duck Sausage</a>
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Twice-Baked Cheese Souffles

Expect to get your cheese cravings satisfied — an then some — when you bite into one of these savoury soufflés, bursting with melted gruyere, courtesy of Anna Olson. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/twice-baked-cheese-souffles/19252/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Twice-Baked Cheese Souffles</a>
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Chuck's Awesome Poutine

A combination of crispy fries topped with a garlic-infused gravy and cheddar cheese curds, Chuck Hughes hits this Canadian classic out of the park. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chucks-awesome-poutine/11311/" target="_blank">Chuck's Awesome Poutine</a>
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Philly Cheese Steak

Few people know their way around a Philly Cheese Steak like Bobby Flay. He offers up his ultra-cheesy take on this Philly favourite that boasts plenty of aged provolone, along with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for extra flavour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/philly-cheese-steak/19355/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Philly Cheese Steak</a>
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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

 You can thank the enduring awesomeness of bacon and a mixture of cheddar and jack cheese (if you’re feeling adventurous) for the intensely delicious flavour of this casserole that’s the ideal make-ahead side dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/twice-baked-potato-casserole/15582/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Twice-Baked Potato Casserole</a>
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Mac ‘N Cheese with Bacon and Cheese

Tyler Florence also offers an extreme version of a comfort food classic, kicking up his mac ’n cheese with plenty of bacon and a whopping five-and-a-half cups of sharp Cheddar! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mac-n-cheese-with-bacon-and-cheese/20183/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tyler Florence’s Mac ‘N Cheese with Bacon and Cheese</a>
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Ham and Cheese Bake

Giada De Laurentiis recommends this cheese-laden delight — which, with 12 eggs, is like a quiche — for brunch. It’s a great way to combine any leftover cheeses you may have in the fridge — if you believe in leftover cheese. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ham-and-cheese-bake/20135/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Giada De Laurentiis’s Ham and Cheese Bake</a>
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Jalapeno and Cheese Cornbread Waffle Burgers

There’s no substitute for a juicy burger dripping with melted cheese, but substituting cornbread waffles for the bun and adding thick slabs of bacon to aged cheddar takes the cheeseburger concept and runs it right into the end zone. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/jalapeno-n-cheese-cornbread-waffle-burgers/18057/" target="_blank">Jalapeno and Cheese Cornbread Waffle Burgers</a>
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Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich

Michael Smith takes the grilled cheese sandwich to decadent new heights with this melted masterpiece, combining thick slices of ham with the mild and tangy flavour of cambozola cheese, which tastes like a mix between Camembert and Gorgonzola. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-ham-and-cheese-sandwich/6809/" target="_blank">Michael Smith’s Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich</a>
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Hamburger with Double Cheddar Cheese, Grilled Vidalia Onion and Horseradish Mustard

Regardless of what time of year it is, you’ll want to fire up the grill to tackle Bobby Flay’s easy-to-make (and even easier to eat!) burger that combines two types of cheddar, sliced as thick as you’d like. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/hamburger-with-double-cheddar-cheese-grilled-vidalia-onion-and-horseradish-mustard/15757/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay’s Hamburger with Double Cheddar Cheese, Grilled Vidalia Onion and Horseradish Mustard</a>
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Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Whether you serve it as a savoury side dish or as an entrée in its own right, this one-dish breakfast casserole is a spicy, cheesy delight. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cheesy-hash-brown-casserole/16962/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole</a>
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Cheesy Refried Bean Casserole

The next time you’re looking to put Mexican on the menu, dive into Ree Drummond’s recipe for a gooey refried bean casserole that does not skimp on the cheese. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cheesy-refried-bean-casserole/18457/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Cheesy Refried Bean Casserole</a>
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Three-Cheese Pasta Bake

Anna Olson serves up a casserole that uses healthy portions of aged Cheddar, Swiss Gruyere and cream cheese for a gooey delight that takes comfort food to the extreme. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/three-cheese-pasta-bake/8965/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Three-Cheese Pasta Bake</a>
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Rachael Ray's Super Nachos

There are garden-variety nachos, and then there are Rachael Ray’s Super Nachos, loaded with a creamy pepper jack cheese sauce complementing a zesty pico de gallo salsa and topped with ground sirloin and black beans. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/super-nachos/19253/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray’s Super Nachos</a>
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Loaded Nacho Grilled Cheese

Combining the goodness of a grilled-cheese sandwich with an array of nacho-style toppings? Genius. It’s a sandwich of melted magnificence you won’t soon forget! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/loaded-nacho-grilled-cheese/15257/" target="_blank">Loaded Nacho Grilled Cheese</a>
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Poutine Pizza

Combining two of Canada’s favourite cheese-loaded foods into one delightful dish is double the fun. It's the best of both worlds with this Poutine Pizza. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/poutine-pizza/18017/" target="_blank">Poutine Pizza</a>
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Bacon Apple Cheddar Loaf

Combining classic Canadian ingredients, sweet, tart apples, savoury cheese, and smoky bacon, this comforting pull-apart bread is as fun to make as it is to eat. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/bacon-apple-cheddar-loaf/18810/" target="_blank">Bacon Apple Cheddar Loaf</a>
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Cheddar Crisps

A 1-ingredient recipe that lends crunchy, salty, cheesy taste on top of salads and soups. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/food-network-canada-chef-school/recipe/cheddar-crisps/21391/" target="_blank">Roger Mooking’s Cheddar Crisps</a>
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