3 Elegant Baked Cheese Dishes Impress At Your Next Party

Cheese may not always be seen as the most fancy ingredient, but when presented in new and exciting ways it can dazzle and impress just as much as the most delicate hors d’ouevres.

Sakshi Arora

Updated Dec 24, 2024, 05:26 PM IST

Hosting a party is an opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, and nothing impresses guests quite like an elegant baked cheese dish. The richness and depth of flavour offered by cheese, when combined with the warmth of baking, create a delightful experience that is sure to be a highlight of any gathering.

With a comforting Cheese and Potato Pie, a stunning Camembert Pull Apart Bread, or a creamy Baked Brie, you’re sure to have a party that’s unforgettable. These three dishes, with their distinct flavours and textures, showcase the versatility and sophistication of baked cheese. By including them in your menu, you ensure a memorable dining experience that highlights your dedication to quality and detail.

Cheese & Potato Pie - Serves 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes, Cooking Time: 45 minutes

A comforting and hearty dish combining creamy mashed potatoes with melted cheese, perfect for a warming family meal.

Ingredients

Quantity	Ingredients
1 kg	Potatoes, peeled and chopped
200 g	Cheddar cheese, grated
200 ml	Milk
50 g	Butter
to taste	Salt and pepper
1	Onion, finely chopped
1	Garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp	Olive oil

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
Mix the onion and garlic into the mashed potatoes, along with half of the grated cheddar cheese
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, smooth the top, and sprinkle the remaining cheese over it.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve hot and enjoy.

Camembert Pull Apart Bread - Serves 6

Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes

A delightful and interactive appetiser featuring a warm, gooey Camembert cheese surrounded by soft, pull-apart bread.

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredients
1	Round loaf of crusty bread
1	Whole Camembert cheese
2	Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tbsp	Fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp	Olive oil
to taste	Salt and pepper

Method:

Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas mark 4).
Cut the bread in a crisscross pattern, without slicing all the way through.
Insert slices of garlic and pieces of rosemary into the cuts in the bread.
Place the Camembert in the centre of the bread, scoring the top of the cheese.
Drizzle olive oil over the bread and cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
Wrap the whole thing in foil and bake for 15 minutes.
Unwrap and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is crisp.
Serve immediately.

Baked Brie in Puff Pastry - Serves 6

Prep time: 10 minutes, Cooking time: 25 minutes

An elegant and easy-to-make appetiser featuring creamy Brie wrapped in golden puff pastry.

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredients
1	Sheet puff pastry, thawed
1	Round Brie cheese
3 tbsp	Honey
as needed	Nuts or dried fruit for garnish, chopped

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan/gas mark 6).
Place the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Centre the Brie on the pastry and drizzle with honey.
Fold the pastry over the Brie, sealing the edges to encase the cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped nuts or dried fruit if desired.

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