January 20 is National Cheese Lover’s Day (not to be confused with National Cheese Day). And, to celebrate the holiday in all its glory, Whole Foods is offering customers a special deal.
On Wednesday, January 20, only, Whole Foods is offering a 20 percent off deal on all of its organic cheeses. That’s right. All of them. Whole Foods has more than 1,500 varieties of cheeses across its stores, so there’s a pretty good chance you’ll fall in love with the selection at your local branch.
Happy #NationalCheeseLoversDay! Here's what we're talking about today (Hint: It's cheese). https://t.co/ISERpRiebX pic.twitter.com/pebl8sB9bv
— Whole Foods Market (@WholeFoods) January 20, 2016
If you’re worried about what to do with all of your brand new blocks of bliss, this recipe lineup will definitely bring out your creative side, and by creative we’re talking cheese for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert.
- Caramelized Pineapple, Ham, and Cheese Turnovers
Half Baked Harvest has answered the prayers of cheese lovers everywhere with these heavenly cheese-filled triangles. Swiss cheese, tangy pineapple, salty ham, and caramelized onions create the perfect mouthwatering mélange. These cute little puff pastry turnovers full of buttery, cheesy goodness are great for an afternoon pick-me-up or an all-out appetizer.
- Bacon Blue Cheese Mashed Potato Waffles
Start the day off the right way (the only way a true cheese lover would) with this amazing recipe by How Sweet It Is. Using leftover mashed potatoes from the night before, How Sweet It Is has completely changed the waffle game. Top your waffles off with bacon, egg, and a crumply mound of blue cheese.
- Brie Cheddar Apple Beer Soup with Cinnamon Pecan Oat Crumble
Winter has officially begun, which means soup season is now in full-swing. Embrace the season with this toasty recipe from Half Baked Harvest. Sharp cheddar cheese, brie, the faintest flavors of Blue Moon, honey crisp apples, and a cinnamon pecan oat crumble topping make this dish surprisingly delicious.
- Cheddar Croissant Doughnuts with Honey Mustard
Joy The Baker has blown our minds with the ultimate cheddar and honey mustard cronut.
- Cheesy Pumpkin Quesadilla
If you’re still not over the pumpkin craze that is fall, then this recipe by Climbing Grier Mountain is definitely for you. Shredded Gruyere and mozzarella bring together the flavors of sausage, chicken, rosemary, and pumpkin for a magical quesadilla remix.
- Sweet Potato and Mozzarella Skillet
With just three ingredients, Averie Cooks has created the ultimate comfort food recipe for lazy cheese lovers everywhere. A handful of mozzarella, fontina, and goat cheese make this dish a gooey delight worth sharing.
- Parmesan Crusted Fondue Grilled Cheese
We’ve all been in love with the grilled cheese sandwich since we were kids, so FoodieCrush decided to create an amped up, fancier version for adults with nutty gruyere and melted baby Swiss.
- Pimento Cheese Sliders
Speaking of childhood faves, Pass The Sushi has also come up with a recipe cheese lovers can’t resist. Sharp yellow cheddar cheese melted with pimentos, mustard, and hot sauce make these sirloin sliders a holiday must.
- Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie
Believe it or not this indulgent dessert by D**n Delicious only takes five to 10 minutes to prep, which means you’ll be able to enjoy its melted salty sweet goodness that much sooner.
- Fried Mozzarella Toast
And, if it’s an easy recipe you’re looking for, then this “dangerously good” fried mozzarella treat from The Crepes Of Wrath is definitely within your range of cooking experience.
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