Cheese Squares Appetizer Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, onion and reserved onion juice in a blender or food processor. Blend thoroughly. Spread the mixture evenly on slices of cocktail rye bread.
• Place cocktail rye bread slices on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place the eggs into a food processor, and process until light and frothy. Add Cheddar cheese, onion, and jalapeno peppers, and process until smooth. Pour into an ungreased 8x8 inch baking pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven until set, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes; cut into squares to serve.

Steps:

• Line a 9-inch square pan with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides. Lightly coat the foil and a wooden spoon with cooking spray.
• For the cheesecake squares: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the marshmallows, honey, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and a pinch of salt, and stir with the wooden spoon until the marshmallows have completely melted, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the rice cereal, and stir until the mixture is fully combined. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, and press into an even layer while warm. Let sit at room temperature until firm, about 20 minutes.
• Combine the gelatin with 2 tablespoons water in a small microwave-safe bowl, and set aside to soften, about 5 minutes. Beat the cream cheese on medium-high speed with an electric mixer until completely smooth, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the the sour cream, sugar, lemon juice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and a pinch of salt, and beat on medium-high speed until smooth, about 1 minute.
• Microwave the gelatin in 10-second increments, stirring as needed, until it dissolves, 30 to 50 seconds. Pour the gelatin into the cream cheese mixture, and beat on medium-high speed until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
• Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crispy treat layer, and spread out evenly with an offset spatula or butter knife. Wrap the pan loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until the cheesecake layer is set, about 2 hours or up to overnight.
• For the frosting: Whisk together the butter and cream cheese by hand in a medium bowl. Add the sugar and vanilla and whisk until smooth and creamy.
• Cut the cheesecake bites into twenty-five 1 3/4-inch squares. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag or resealable plastic bag. Cut a 1/4-inch hole in the corner of the piping bag. Pipe a circle of frosting on the top of each square, about the diameter of the base of a strawberry. Place a strawberry cut side-down on top of each frosting circle, pushing down gently so that the frosting comes up around the bottom of the strawberry and resembles the base of a Santa hat. Pipe a ball of frosting on the tip of each strawberry for a pom-pom.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add spinach. Cover, reduce heat, and cook until heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain well, squeezing out excess moisture with your hands. Set aside to cool.
• Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in onion and cook until soft and translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
• Transfer onions to a double boiler; mix in milk, Cheddar cheese, flour, and ground black pepper; cook and stir until blended and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; fold in eggs and spinach. Pour the spinach mixture into baking dish and smooth top.
• Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool briefly before cutting into squares.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• In a medium bowl combine cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, eggs, onion, bread crumbs and spinach. Transfer to an 8x8 inch baking dish.
• Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, ricotta and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Beat in the butter, cornstarch, flour and vanilla until smooth. Fold in sour cream. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour or until almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. , Chill several hours or overnight. Top each serving with fruit if desired.

Steps:

• In mixing bowl, cream butter, cheese spread and egg until smooth.
• Stir in chilies, salsa and cheddar cheese.
• Spread about 1 tbsp of cheese mixture on each slice of 1 loaf of bread.
• Top with remaining bread, spread with more cheese mixture.
• Cut each sandwich into 4 squares, place on a greased baking sheet.
• At this point, you can either bake them fresh or freeze and bake later.
• Bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
• To freeze, place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• Freeze for 1 hour.
• Remove from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container in freezer.
• To bake frozen, place squares on a greased baking sheet.
• Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

Steps:

• In a heavy 3 to 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, stir in 3/4 cup of the flour and mix well. Add the milk in a stream whisking constantly. Cook over high heat until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Simmer for another 10 minutes on low heat, whisking often.
• Take the pan off the heat and beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, using a wooden spoon. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the grated cheese and mix well. Pour into a greased baking dish (8 by 6-inches) and spread into a 1/2-inch thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Allow to cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
• Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 2-inch squares and transfer them to a sheet of waxed paper. Dredge each square into the remaining flour and coat completely. Shake off excess flour and dip into the egg wash, followed by the bread crumbs. Pat the square gently with a spatula to help the crumbs adhere. Repeat with all the squares and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until the coating is firm.
• In a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3-inches of oil until it reaches 375 degrees. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature. Line a baking dish with paper towels and set in the middle of the oven.
• Deep-fry the squares 3 or 4 at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. As they brown, transfer them to a baking dish in the oven to keep them warm while you deep-fry the rest. Serve at once as a first course or an accompaniment to the drinks.

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350ºF.
• Make sure your zucchini is well drained, I put it in a clean tea towel and squeeze it dry.
• Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
• In a medium bowl, mix eggs, parmesan cheese, pepper sauce, parsley and vegetables. Set aside
• Combine dry ingredients and stir into liquid mixture.
• Stir in melted butter.
• Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish.
• Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over top.
• Bake about 30 - 35 minutes or until golden brown.
• Cool slightly, cut into tiny 1" squares, serve warm or cold, I prefer these at room temperature.

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir in 1/2 cup flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes.
• Whisk in the milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
• Bring to a boil, then add the cheeses and stir until melted and smooth. Add cayenne, salt and pepper to taste.
• Remove from the heat and pour into a 9-inch (23-centimeter) square pan. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.
• Remove the plastic wrap and invert the cheese mixture onto a work surface. Cut into 6 large or 12 medium squares.
• Put the remaining 1/2 cup flour, the eggs and breadcrumbs in 3 separate bowls.
• Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
• Dredge each cheese square in the flour, then dip in the eggs and finally coat with the breadcrumbs. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
• To serve, place 1 large or 2 medium fried cheese squares on each plate. Toss the arugula with lemon juice, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Top the fried cheese with pickled vegetables and the arugula.
• Cook's Note:.
• You can substitute any of the cheeses in this recipe with your favorites. The cheese squares can be frozen before frying to make them easier to work with.

Steps:

• 350º.
• 9"x13" pan.
• Spray pan with Pam. Layer 1/2 cheddar cheese 1/2 green chilies, all the Monterey Jack, remaining 1/2 green chilies, remaining 1/2 cheddar cheese. Beat eggs with milk and flour. Pour over cheese mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and bake for 45 minutes. Cut into squares.

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• In a small bowl, beat the mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, artichokes and garlic until blended. , Unroll both tubes of crescent dough into rectangles. Place dough in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; press onto the bottom of pan, sealing seams and perforations. Spread with artichoke mixture. , Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Cut into squares.

Steps:

• Unroll dough; place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Press onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides to form a crust. Top with sausage and cheese. Beat eggs in a bowl; add remaining ingredients. Carefully pour over cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into 12 pieces.

Steps:

• Pour marinade from 1 jar of artichoke hearts in skillet, heat and saute onion and garlic.
• Chop artichokes from each jar and set aside.
• In a separate bowl, combine eggs, breadcrumbs, salt,pepper, oregeno, and hot sauce.
• Fold in cheese and parsley.
• Add artichokes and onions, and mix well.
• Spoon into a 9-inch square baking dish.
• Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 30 minutes.
• Allow several minutes before cutting into squares to serve.

Steps:

• Press pizza dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 6 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, salad dressing, garlic powder, parsley and salt until blended. , Spread over crust. Top with the onions, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, celery and green pepper. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.