Pizza would be nothing without it, that's a given, but it can actually be used for so much more. There's no limit for these mild, smooth, creamy parcels of deliciousness.
Looking for a bit of inspiration? Here's a collection of amazing recipes from some of the world's best food bloggers. Time to head down to the shops, pick up a ball or two (of cheese, that is) and start working your way through these one by one!
1. Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
Everything's better with bacon, and these babies are actually keto so it's basically a salad. Full recipe HERE.
2. Buffalo Chicken Salad Sliders
Simple to make, and an impressive dish to whip out during all the classy winter dinner parties you'll be having this season. Full recipe HERE.
3. Mushroom And Tomato Mini Pizzas
Everything's better in mini form, and these little pies are a great way of using up whatever veg you you have in the fridge as toppings. Full recipe HERE.
4. Creamy Garlic Mac And Cheese
Does this one really need any explanation? Mac and cheese is already the ultimate comfort. Adding in garlic just improves the whole experience. Full recipe HERE.
5. Chicken Pesto And Mozzarella Panini
Work from home lunch inspo is starting to become a struggle, so here's a new one to add to the repertoire. Full recipe HERE.
6. Grilled Eggplant Mozzarella Stacks With Pesto And Tomatoes
If you love aubergine when you have it in a restaurant but aren't sure how to incorporate it into your own cooking, this is a great start. Full recipe HERE.
7. Crispy Chicken Parmesan
Crispy chicken? Smothered in cheese? What more could you actually ask for in a dish. Full recipe HERE.
8. Pizza Cheesy Stuffed Shells
Pizza and pasta become one in this epic comfort dish. Full recipe HERE.
9. Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad with Prosciutto
Burrata is mozzarella's creamier cousin, and goes down a treat in this delicious salad. Full recipe HERE.
10. Smoked Mozzarella Chorizo Stuffed Peppers
The sweetness from the peppers and the kick from the chorizo unite to make these tasty, colourful canapés. Full recipe HERE.
11. Italian Meatball Subs
The kind of sandwich you'd imagine Joey taking a bullet for. Full recipe HERE.
Will you be sampling any of these delights?
Header image via tasteandsee.com
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