10 Recipes That Prove You Should Eat More Melted Cheese

We probably don't need to remind you about the merits of melted cheese (right? The gooeyness. The gooeyness!). We think it's the sunniest part of any cheese plate, the best layer on a tray of nachos, a requisite on burgers. Heck, we even like cheese that has been melted, then cooled, then re-melted. 

We don't think you should ever need an excuse to melt cheese—but if you're looking for a sign...

Make crispy-edged, melty-centered sandwiches:

Gabrielle Hamilton's Grilled Cheese by Genius Recipes

 

Parker & Otis' Pimento Cheese (+ Grilled Sandwiches with Bacon & Tomato) by Genius Recipes

 

For good measure, cover some vegetables with it:

Lacinato Kale Gratin by Marian Bull

 

Roasted Red Peppers with Anchovies, Garlic, and Goat Cheese by Phyllis Grant

 

Or fold it into a flaky pastry:

Focaccia di Recco by Emiko

 

Georgian Khachapuri Filled with Ramps, Green Onions, Herbs, and Cheese by Kukla

 

Tomato and Cream Cheese Turnovers by fiveandspice

 

Seadas (Sardinian Honey and Cheese Pastries) by Emiko

 

 

Or just go a little over the top:

Classic Mac and Cheese by Sue Conley & Peggy Smith

 

Fried Goat Cheese with Honey and Black Pepper by Alexandra Higgins

What are you melting cheese onto? Share your best tips below.