What Is Muenster cheese and How Can I Use It?

Muenster cheese rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 21 recipes to cook with it.

Nutrition

Where found

Muenster cheese is usually found in the cheeses section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Muenster cheese is a member of the Dairy and Egg Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

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Recipes using muenster cheese

There are 21 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Best Black Bean Chili

Black bean chili built on home-ground spices and dried ancho chile. Vegetarian, vegan-adaptable, with toasted cumin and homemade chili powder. Serve over melted cheese with creme fraiche and roasted poblanos.

Impossible Crustless Spinach Quiche

An easy 5 ingredients results in a tasty spinach quiche.

Rick's Favorite Pizza

Rick's Favorite Pizza piles on five cheeses - mozzarella, muenster, provolone, cheddar, and parmesan - loaded with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, and green peppers.

Mexican Pizza with Salsa

Mexican pizza topped with crumbled chorizo, garlic, Monterey Jack and Muenster cheese, fresh cilantro, and salsa on a cornmeal-dusted bread dough crust.

Turkey Saltimbocca (Rice)

Turkey saltimbocca with prosciutto, Muenster cheese, and fresh sage, pan-seared in butter. A quick Italian-inspired cutlet dish ready in under 5 minutes.

Scrambled Eggs & Corn

Scrambled eggs with fresh corn kernels, cilantro, scallions, and melted muenster cheese wrapped in warm tortillas. A quick Mexican-style breakfast for one.

German Cheese Soup

German cheese soup blends fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs with milk and Dijon mustard, then melts in shredded Muenster for a velvety, no-flour-roux soup finished with nutmeg, paprika, and parsley.

Fondue Bread with Sliced Apples & Chutney

Fondue Bread with Sliced Apples and Chutney recipe

Eliopulos Stew

Greek-style beef stew braised in red wine with cinnamon, cumin, cloves, and currants, topped with melted Muenster cheese and toasted walnuts. A warmly spiced, make-ahead casserole.

Vegetarian Quick Black Bean Soup

If you love black beans then you have to try this simple recipe that will satisfy your tastebuds.

Favorite Two Cheeses Zucchini Quiche

Zucchini quiche layered with mozzarella and Muenster, browned onions, and herbs in a flaky pie crust. A garden-fresh brunch dish that bakes in under 20 minutes.

Mexican Flank Steak with Mock Tamales

Mexican flank steak marinated overnight in lemon, jalapeno, and cilantro, grilled alongside cheese-stuffed flour tortilla mock tamales. A complete grilled dinner with fresh homemade salsa.

Antipasto Pasta Salad

Antipasto pasta salad with rotini, roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, Muenster cheese, mushrooms, red onion, and fresh basil in a low-fat Italian dressing. A cold make-ahead side for potlucks and picnics.

Fat Man's Potato Soup

Thick, creamy potato soup made with grated potatoes, leeks, Muenster cheese, heavy cream, and a whole stick of butter. No blender needed, just pure richness.

Extra Crusty Macaroni & Cheese

This simple and scrumptious dish is a great way to start conversation with your family at the dinner table.

Georgian Cheese Pastries

Georgian cheese pastries (khachapuri-style) with a three-cheese filling of Muenster, cheddar, and Parmesan with fresh mint, chives, and parsley in a buttery homemade pastry shell.

Khachapuri

Khachapuri, a Georgian cheese bread stuffed with muenster, Swiss, and cheddar in a pleated yeast dough. Baked golden in a springform pan, sliced into warm, melty wedges.

Turkey Saltimbocca

Turkey saltimbocca pan-sears thin turkey cutlets in butter, then tops them with prosciutto, melted Muenster, and fresh sage. A 5-ingredient Italian-American classic ready in under 10 minutes.

Bowl of the Wife of Kit Carson

A smoky Mexican-style chicken soup with garbanzos, rice, and chipotle pepper, topped with creamy avocado and melted cheese. Warm, spicy, and ready in 30 minutes.

Crescent Cristo Sandwich Loaf

Crescent roll Monte Cristo sandwich loaf layered with smoked turkey, ham, Muenster cheese, and raspberry preserves. Brushed with honey and sesame seeds, baked golden.

No Crust Artichoke Quiche

Crustless artichoke quiche with marinated artichoke hearts, sauteed mushrooms, and Muenster cheese in a savory egg custard. A low-carb gluten-free brunch ready in an hour.

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