**Blue Cheese: A Delightful Culinary Creation with Diverse Culinary Options**
Blue cheese, a culinary delight crafted from cow, goat, or sheep's milk, captivates the palate with its distinctive pungent aroma and distinctive veins of blue or green mold. This unique cheese boasts a rich history, tracing its roots back to ancient times, and continues to be celebrated for its versatility in various culinary applications. Embark on a delectable journey as we explore a selection of tantalizing recipes that showcase the diverse flavors and textures of blue cheese, transforming ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences. From creamy dips and luscious sauces to delectable salads and hearty main courses, these recipes are guaranteed to satisfy any cheese enthusiast's cravings. Indulge in the delightful world of blue cheese and discover the endless possibilities it offers in the culinary realm.
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST RICH AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING EVER!
Top your perfect salad with my creamy and chunky blue cheese dressing recipe. It has a nicely balanced flavor and nice sweetness with a great creamy and chunky balance.
Provided by LUCKYME9
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and buttermilk together with a fork until mixture resembles large-curd cottage cheese. Stir in sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 251.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
BLUE CHEESE BURGERS
Hamburgers? Yes. But basic fare? Definitely not! What a treat they are, and the wise cook will make up a dozen or so for the freezer. If you like blue cheese, you'll never forget these burgers.
Provided by QUIKSMYLE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes
Time 2h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, blue cheese, chives, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, and mustard. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat grill for high heat. Gently form the burger mixture into about 12 patties.
- Oil the grill grate. Grill patties 5 minutes per side, or until well done. Serve on rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 81.1 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 765.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
WEDGE SALAD WITH ELEGANT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
This a great salad to have for a simple lunch or to serve with a nice dinner. Fresh ingredients make this salad very elegant and the wedge presentation makes it a great starter for a special occasion dinner. It is best to chill the dressing for 24 hours prior to serving.
Provided by cabanagrl
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time P1DT30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine 1/2 pound blue cheese, sour cream, buttermilk, mayonnaise, vinegar, olive oil, sugar, garlic, and pepper in a bowl; blend using a hand mixer; chill until serving.
- Build the salad by placing 1 lettuce wedge on each of 8 plates. Drizzle equal amounts of dressing over each wedge. Scatter tomatoes, onion, and 1/2 pound blue cheese over each salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 892.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
GRILLED FILET WITH BLUE CHEESE BUTTER
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to high heat.
- Combine the butter, cheese, and thyme in a bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Brush the steaks with some canola oil, then season them with salt and cracked black pepper. Grill until the meat chars on both sides and is cooked to a medium-rare doneness. Transfer the steaks to a platter, top them with some of the butter and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
BLUE CHEESE DIP II
Blue cheese crumbles kindly lend their distinctive flavor to this simple, smooth mixture. Serve with corn chips. This dip tastes better the longer it chills before serving.
Provided by Lisa Fisk
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions, dried parsley, blue cheese and garlic salt. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 124 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
FRIED BUFFALO WINGS WITH BLUE CHEESE DIP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the dip: Pulse the sour cream, blue cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, milk and lemon juice in a food processor until combined but still chunky. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Make the wings: Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large deep skillet over high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375 degrees F. Set a rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Mix the flour and paprika in a shallow dish. Dredge the wings in the flour mixture to coat, tapping off the excess. Fry the wings in batches, turning as needed, until cooked through and deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. (Return the oil to 375 degrees F between batches.) Remove with tongs and transfer to the rack to drain.
- Meanwhile, combine the hot sauce, butter and honey in a medium pot over medium heat until the butter melts. Continue to cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Reserve one-quarter of the sauce for serving. Add the cooked wings to the pot and toss with the remaining sauce. Serve with the blue cheese dip and reserved sauce.
BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
I tasted this tangy blue cheese dressing for the first time at a friend's house. She gave me the recipe, and now I make it every week. I always keep some in my refrigerator. This homemade recipe tastes much better than bottled blue cheese dressing and it's a snap to make. -Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in the blue cheese. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
This salad brings together ingredients that really enhance each other, and the dressing packs a perfect punch with maple syrup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. It's a favorite in my family!
Provided by SPERL25
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Add the red onion, pear, pecans, and blue cheese, and toss to mix evenly.
- To make the dressing, place the maple syrup, vinegar, mayonnaise, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a blender, and blend thoroughly. With the motor running, slowly pour in the walnut oil. Blend until mixture becomes creamy, about 1 minute. Pour over salad mixture, and toss to coat greens evenly. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 630.7 mg, Sugar 17.9 g
BACON WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH BLUE CHEESE
Dates are stuffed with blue cheese, wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp. These are delicious and very easy to make for a party. You can serve them at room temperature, so it is okay to make a few hours in advance!
Provided by WINEANDCHEESE
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Slice dates in half, and open them up. Pinch off pieces of blue cheese, and place them into the center of the dates. Close the halves of the dates, and wrap a half-slice of bacon around the outside. Secure each one with a toothpick. Arrange in a baking dish or on a baking sheet with sides to catch any grease.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bacon is crisp. Turn dates over after the first 20 minutes for even cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 157.3 mg, Sugar 9 g
ROASTED PEARS WITH BLUE CHEESE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Peel the pears and slice them lengthwise into halves. With a small sharp paring knife and a melon baller, remove the core and seeds from each pear, leaving a round well for the filling. Trim a small slice away from the rounded sides of each pear half so that they will sit in the baking dish without wobbling. Toss the pears with some lemon juice to prevent them from turning brown. Arrange them, core side up, in a baking dish large enough to hold the pears snugly.
- Gently toss the crumbled blue cheese, dried cranberries, and walnuts together in a small bowl. Divide the mixture among the pears, mounding it on top of the indentation.
- In the same small bowl, combine the apple cider, port, and brown sugar, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour the mixture over and around the pears. Bake the pears, basting occasionally with the cider mixture, for 30 minutes, or until tender. Set aside until warm or at room temperature.
- Just before serving, whisk together the olive oil, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, and 1/4 cup of the basting liquid in a large bowl. Divide the arugula among 6 plates and top each with a pear half. Drizzle each pear with some of the basting liquid, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm.
BLUE CHEESE COLE SLAW
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut the cabbages in half and then in quarters and cut out the cores. Set up the food processor with the slicing blade (according to manufacturer's instructions) and place the pieces of cabbage, one at a time, lying horizontally in the feed tube. (If they don't fit, cut them to fit lying down.) Place the feed tube pusher on top and turn on the processor. Don't push on the feed tube pusher or the slices will turn out too thick! Continue with the remaining red and green cabbage quarters. Transfer into a large bowl, discarding any very large pieces. Before you pour the dressing on the salad, save a handful of the grated vegetables to decorate for serving. Change the slicing blade for the large shredding blade and cut the carrots so they also lie down in the feed tube. Since the carrots are hard, replace the feed tube pusher and press firmly with the food processor on. Transfer to bowl with the cabbages.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, both mustards, vinegar, celery salt, kosher salt, and pepper. Pour enough mayonnaise dressing over the grated vegetables and toss to moisten well. Add crumbled blue cheese and parsley and toss together. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
COPYCAT OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE CHOPPED BLUE CHEESE SALAD
A compliation of several different recipes that I found - none were *quite* right. To save time and money, you can also sub in Marzetti's Blue Cheese Vinagarette - it is a pretty good dressing without all the work!
Provided by mykidslightmylife
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Slice each pecan half into three lengthwise pieces. Mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar. Toss pecans with melted butter, then with the cinnamon/sugar mixture, tossing well to ensure a thorough coating. Put the nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, until sugar is caramelized. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, slide the parchment together with the nuts off the sheet to cool, and set aside.
- Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
- Chop the lettuces into smallish bite-sized pieces; use a salad spinner to wash and dry them. Slice the green onion.
- Break the angel hair into small, 2 inch pieces. Cook until al dente. Heat oil in a skillet, and fry drained pasta until crispy. Drain on paper towel and cool.
- Place the chopped lettuce in a large serving bowl (one large enough to toss the salad in). Add the vinaigrette and toss thoroughly to coat. Sprinkle with the chopped onion. Break the cooled pecan slices apart and sprinkle them over the salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 19.6, Sodium 298.3, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9.9
CHUNKY BLUE CHEESE DIP
Every time I make this quick blue cheese dip, someone asks for the recipe. It only requires a few items, so its a snap to put together. I often prepare the thick spread with Gorgonzola cheese and serve it with toasted pecans. -Sandy Schneider Naperville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings (2 tablespoons dip each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat first 4 ingredients until blended; gently stir in blue cheese and chives. Transfer to a serving bowl. If desired, sprinkle with pecans. Serve with apple and pear slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GRILLED FLAT IRON STEAK WITH BLUE CHEESE-CHIVE BUTTER
I made this up as a Valentine's Day dinner. The butter is what makes this dish.
Provided by Kristin
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Beef Steaks Flat Iron Steak Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together vinegar, garlic, 1 tablespoon black pepper, rosemary, oregano, and kosher salt in a bowl along with the olive oil. Place the flat iron steak into a resealable plastic bag, and pour the marinade overtop. Squeeze the excess air from the bag and seal. Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate. Remove steak from the marinade, shake off excess, and discard the remaining marinade. Allow the steak to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes as the grill warms.
- Mash together the butter, blue cheese, chives, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper; set aside. Cook the steak on the preheated grill to desired degree of doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Allow the steak to rest in a warm place for 10 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain. Serve with a dollop of blue cheese-chive butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 331 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
BLUE CHEESE COLE SLAW
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, vinegar and some salt and pepper and stir until well combined. Add the cabbage and onions and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
ORIGINAL BLUE CHEESE COLESLAW
The combination of all of these fresh ingredients make this a simple and delicious alternative to your run-of-the-mill coleslaw. It pairs perfectly with beef or buffalo chicken. This can be served immediately, or it can be refrigerated and served within the next 2 to 3 days.
Provided by jodi
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Lightly mix together the blue cheese, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper in a large salad bowl. Stir in the celery, green onions, and bagged coleslaw, and mix until well-coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 434.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
BLUE CHEESE CRUSTED FILET MIGNON WITH PORT WINE SAUCE
Worth the effort! Tender and flavorful, great for a dinner party. Make the sauce a day ahead to cut down on the prep time.
Provided by HEBEGEBE
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Beef Steaks Filet Mignon Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and thyme. Cook, stirring constantly, until onion is tender. Stir in the beef broth, scraping any onion bits from the bottom of the pan, then stir in the port wine. Bring to a boil, and cook until the mixture has reduced to about 1/2 cup. Set aside. This may also be made ahead of time, and reheated.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Heat oil in a cast-iron or other oven-safe skillet over high heat. Sear steaks quickly on both sides until brown, then place the whole pan into the oven.
- Roast steaks in the oven for about 15 minutes for medium rare - with an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). You may adjust this time to allow the steaks to finish just below your desired degree of doneness if medium is not what you prefer. Remove from the oven, and place on a baking sheet. Stir together the panko crumbs and blue cheese. Top each steak with a layer of this mixture.
- Preheat the oven's broiler. Place steaks under the preheated broiler until the cheese topping is browned and bubbly. 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oven, and let stand for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve with warm port wine sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 84.7 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 462.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
OUTBACK-STYLE BLUE CHEESE WEDGE SALAD
Much like Outback's massive steaks and famous Bloomin' Onion, this wedge salad is huge: a quarter head of lettuce loaded with blue cheese dressing, bacon and a balsamic glaze. It's not exactly an Australian classic (in fact, the founders of the chain had never been to Australia before opening the first location), but fans don't seem to mind: The salad has been a hit since it appeared on the menu eight years ago.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, buttermilk and sugar in a small bowl. Stir in the blue cheese and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze: Combine the sugar, balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons water in a small nonstick skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour into a small bowl and let cool.
- Make the salad: Divide the iceberg wedges among plates. Spoon the dressing on top, letting it run down the sides. Drizzle all over with some of the glaze, about 1 teaspoon per wedge (you will not need all the glaze). Top with the tomatoes, red onion, bacon and blue cheese.
BLUE CHEESE POTATO SALAD
This is a delicious zesty potato salad.
Provided by TOSWEETFORU
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes No Mayo
Time 45m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop. leaving skins on.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, green onions, salt and pepper. Add the potatoes, bacon and cheese and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 21.6 mg, Fat 34.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 552.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
GARLICKY BLUE CHEESE STEAK
Deliciously grilled steak topped with both garlic and blue cheese butter! This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.
Provided by Arizona Desert Flower
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Panasonic
Time 24m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven to Medium-High on the "Grill" setting.
- Mix butter and blue cheese together in a mixing bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Season steak pieces on one side with salt and pepper. Flip and add 3 drops liquid smoke, salt, and pepper to each piece of steak.
- Place steak pieces on the grill pan. Close oven and set timer for 6 minutes. Flip steak pieces after 3 minutes and spread minced garlic evenly on top. Press "Start" again to continue cooking.
- Allow steaks to rest for a few minutes before transferring to a serving plate. Garnish with blue cheese butter mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 154.6 mg, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.1 g, Sodium 441.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
Tips:
- To make blue cheese at home, you will need a starter culture, which you can purchase online or at a specialty cheese shop. You will also need milk, rennet, and salt.
- The type of milk you use will affect the flavor of your blue cheese. Cow's milk is the most common, but you can also use goat's milk or sheep's milk.
- The rennet will help to coagulate the milk and form the curd. You can use animal rennet or vegetable rennet.
- The salt will help to preserve the cheese and give it flavor.
- The aging process is essential for developing the flavor of blue cheese. The longer you age the cheese, the stronger the flavor will be.
- Blue cheese can be used in a variety of dishes, such as salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. It can also be enjoyed on its own.
Conclusion:
Blue cheese is a delicious and versatile cheese that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It is a good source of calcium, protein, and vitamins. If you are looking for a new cheese to try, blue cheese is a great option.
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