Mainland Cheese RECIPES Home Recipes All Filter by cheese strength All Mild Mild/Med Med Med/Strong Strong Avocado & Feta Toast Brunch, you say? Bring the café to your kitchen by adding some of our creamy Mainland feta and dukkha to fresh avo on sourdough toast. Buttery shortbread A scrumptious seasonal treat that’s perfect for gifting. Kara's Bacon & Tomato Macaroni & Cheese Kara's Mac & Cheese was crowned the best in the country, let's celebrate this cheesy goodness. Beef and Mushroom Lasagne A wholesome take on a classic family favourite featuring Mainland's delicious grated Mozzarella. Vintage Cheddar Cheese Scones The aroma of freshly baked cheese scones is one of life’s joys, it's the smell of home comforts. Buckwheat Pancakes Mornings are made for pancakes and these buckwheat beauties are wholesome and delicious. Roasted Feta Tomato Tart As far as tarts go, this one is right up there in taste, flavour and looks. One Pan Chicken Parmesan This is a fabulously delicious and quick midweek meal for four, crowned with Mainland Mozzarella and Parmesan. Eggplant Parmigiana Parmigiana is essentially a trio of delicate eggplant, luscious tomato sauce and delicious cheese. Zucchini & Edam fritters A café-style favourite, great for using up seasonal produce. Burnt Butter Anzac Biscuits We’ve turned up the flavour on the traditional ANZAC biscuit by incorporating burnt butter. Vintage Cheese & poppy seeds biscuits Moreish little cheese biscuits, perfect with drinks for entertaining. Walnut Mushroom and Gruyere Burger The combination of mushrooms and walnuts makes for a hearty meat free burger patty that matches perfectly with the nutty flavour of Gruyere cheese. Warm crumbed Camembert with spicy beetroot Surprising and playful flavours come together in this delicious camembert recipe. Warm jalapeno & Gouda Cheese dip A fun, cheesy Mexican warm dip with a jalapeno kick. White bean, feta & rosemary mash Add a touch of panache to your plate, try this flavour-infused white bean and feta mash. Three cheese risotto The perfect winter warmer, the classic risotto becomes even more delicious with this combination of three cheeses. Swiss stuffed chicken A simple and delicious twist on your next chicken dinner. The Grunt burger Aptly called The Grunt, it’s the sound of enjoyment you’ll make as you chomp your way through this tantalising, behemoth of a burger. The Hangover Cure burger The trusty old pick-me-up the next day burger treat. Full of the good stuff to satisfy those cravings. Pork served with baked Brie & apples Succulent pork roast that is served with baked Brie and apples. Our twist on a classic roast. Stuffed picnic breads A flatbread bursting with feta, pesto and vegetable flavours Stuffed cheesy eggplant This interesting treatment of eggplants will become a family favourite. Smoked Cheese & chilli nachos Nachos, a classic favourite, gets a woodsmoked flavour hit. Salmon fillet with Parmesan crust A richly flavoured, elegant dinner recipe. Potato rosti florentine A potato rosti stack for when a more substantial breakfast or lunch is needed. Potato, cayenne, epicure, tortilla bites A tasty mouthful of crunchy potato goodness, bursting with spicy flavours. Parmesan crumbed chicken strips with potato wedges Tender chicken is crumbed with a delicious panko and Parmesan mixture. Parmesan & pancetta rigatoni with basil Quick to make with beautiful Italian flavours. Here in this simple pasta dish. Papa chook burger A drool-worthy fried chicken and bacon burger. Organic Cheddar winter bowl A filling, warming bowl full of good things. Noble Slaw with Sweet Spiced Dressing Crunchy vegetables and tangy Noble cheese are a perfect complement to a sweet and spicy dressing. Mozzarella lasagne A delicious lasagne recipe that’s quick to prepare using Mainland Mozzarella Grated Cheese Mexican bean & cheese enchiladas Full of flavour and delicious. An easy Mexican-inspired dinner. Middle Eastern egg bake Eggs for breakfast need not be boring with this tasty baked version. Lynne's Cheese Puffs Perfect as a Sunday snack, serve these cheese puffs hot with a dollop of butter and your favourite tea. Haloumi chips with dukkah This Haloumi cheese snack is served chip-cut so it’s extra appealing to the eye and the taste-buds. Haloumi & caper stuffed pork tenderloin A juicy pork tenderloin enhanced with the strong flavour of capers and the soft creaminess of Mainland Haloumi. Havarti, tomato & basil bruschetta A simple and tasty appetiser option for entertaining guests. Ham, cheese & wild mushroom toastie A toastie with a twist, full of flavoursome ingredients. Haloumi, olive & roast capsicum pizza This homemade pizza delivers amazing results for very little effort. Grilled Haloumi with panzanella Top off a tasty salad with grilled slices of Mainland Haloumi. French onion soup The classic soup gets added oomph with Mainland Colby Grated Cheese. Feta stuffed portobello mushrooms Savoury portobello mushrooms get dressed up with kale and Feta. Feta and bacon scones recipe Delicious, hearty scones that are an easy crowd pleaser El Loco Gamba burger This stunningly tasty burger fuses Mexican spices with coconut prawns and smooth creamy Mainland Havarti. Eggplant cannelloni Always a favourite - with layers of eggplant, prosciutto and Mainland Mozzarella Cheese. Creamy Blue roasted pears with pistachios An impressive dessert that combines the classic pairing of Blue Cheese and pears. Creamy Blue Cheese & pumpkin pappardelle A simple Wintery pasta dish that's packed full of flavour. Cranberry & Orange Mini Loaves These citrusy Cranberry and Orange Mini Loaves are delicious and a great gift idea. Colby winter root vegetable gratin A hearty gratin that's packed full flavour and vegetables. Chilled tomato soup with camembert crostini This chilled soup mixed with crunchy crostini and smooth Mainland camembert is a harmony of taste. Cheesy olive & sun-dried tomato loaf These cheesy mini loaves are full of flavoursome ingredients. Cheat's croque monsieur Enjoy the taste of a classic croque monsieur with less of the hassle. Caramelised mushroom tarts These appetisers are perfect for when there are guests to impress. Broadbean and Feta Dip High protein broadbeans mixed with Mainland Creamy Feta and mint leaves – in a guilt free dip! Blue cheese dip An tangy dip that uses our strongly-flavoured Blue Vein Cheese. Blue Bambi burger A delectable burger combination of venison and pork patties layered with caramelised onions topped off with Mainland Creamy Blue Cheese. Baked Brie with honey toffee drizzle An easy to make, indulgent starter that will surely impress! Tomato Salad & Whipped Creamy Feta Whipped Mainland Feta adds an extra dimension to any summer salad. Robyn's Italian Lasagne Robyn's Italian Lasagne crowned the best Lasagne in the country. Enjoy this homely Italian specialty. Quattro Formaggi & Courgette Pizza This pizza is super easy and absolutely stunning. Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Rocket Pizza Simple, done right. Brie, Potato & Rosemary Pizza This pizza is super easy and absolutely stunning. Parmesan Crumb Coated Fish Enjoy the fresh flavours of parmesan and parsley this spring with this easy fish dish that we love. Carrot & Haloumi Fritters These healthy vegetarian fritters are a cinch to make. Haloumi Sliders Perfect to mix it up at any BBQ, these Haloumi Sliders are a quick and easy entertaining option. Asparagus, Beetroot & Creamy Feta Salad This salad is a pinch to make. Fresh asparagus brings that extra bit of flavour to the perfect summer salad. Gingerbread Cookies These delicious Gingerbread Cookies will make the perfect gift. Quick Pizza ATortillas or wraps make great crispy pizza bases for a super easy family meal, snack or even a quick entertaining idea. Vanilla Pecan butter fudge Deliciously creamy and buttery, packed with little bits of crunchy toasted pecans. Spicy Gingerbread stars Spicy and soft but firm enough for mailing, these Gingerbread Stars are a great gift idea. Pickled Zucchini & Cheese Simple and tasty, these make perfect nibbles. Raspberry hazelnut biscuits These soft chewy cookies come to life with crunchy hazelnuts and raspberry icing. Classic Cheese Sauce Cheese sauce provides a delicious base to a range of great meals. Brie, Camembert & Capsicum Tart This simple but super tasty tart makes a quick, but impressive lunch. Haloumi Stuffed Little Peppers Mini capsicums or peppers make great vessels for holding fillings to grill on the barbecue, and haloumi is a firm favourite. Barbecued Haloumi & Asparagus with Sesame Dressing An easy to make, meat free bbq recipe that's ready in minutes Cheese & Chilli Barbecue Sweetcorn Based on a Mexican favourite, the smoky flavours of barbecue come to life with a bit of spice and lots of Mainland Parmesan Cheese. Parmesan Popcorn This is moreish, great for parties, movies or watching a sports game. Crispy Cheese & Kumara Oven Chips Add more flavour and crunch to your kumara chips with a good sprinkling of grated Tasty cheese. Huevos Rancheros recipe A simple twist on a traditional Mexican favourite is an easy-to-prepare family brunch recipe. Sharing Style Greek Salad A tasty and light greek salad that's ready in 15 minutes. Quinoa and Organic Cheddar Patties Tasty patties that work wonderfully as a burger alternative, wrapped in crisp lettuce. Gouda & Wholegrain Mustard Fondue Making the most of new flavours, this mouth-watering fondue uses a garlic base, white wine and mustard. Fried Camembert with Paprika and Parsley Take your next dinner party or family night to new levels with this easy Fried Camembert recipe. Loaded Pesto, Bacon & Havarti Sweet Potatoes Packed full of flavour and stacked with nutritious fillings, this loaded sweet potato recipe by Rhiannon Baldock is always a crowd pleaser. Lamb and Feta Gyros A full of flavour gyros recipe with lamb mince and feta. Chicken, Spring Onion & Vintage Cheddar Tortilla Pizza Curb those junk food cravings with this healthy pizza recipe using light tortillas as the pizza base. Southland Cheese Rolls Nothing says comfort food like the combination of fresh white bread and warm, cheesy sauce made with our Mainland Tasty Cheese Broccoli, Bacon & Cauliflower Cheese with herb crumb An incredibly versatile accompaniment dish to be served along-side your autumn meal. The Summer BBQ-URGER The Summer BBQ-URGER is the taste of hot sunny days that’s literally bursting with Summer flavours. Creamy Blue Cheese Tart Our Mainland Creamy Blue matched with the sweet caramelised onions and nutty walnuts in the pastry of this flavoursome tart is a crowd pleaser. Broccoli and Noble Cheddar Fritters Wonderful for a light lunch or as a lunchbox filler. Swiss cheese, Ham and Spinach Waffles These big-on-flavour savoury waffles are a glorious way to start the day. Rich Beef Stew with Creamy Blue Cheese Dumplings Our Mainland Creamy Blue in these buttery dumplings takes this simple hearty beef stew to a whole new level. Caramelised onion & feta tarts These cute little tarts may be small but they're definitely big on taste. Smoked cheddar & chive rissoto balls Smoky flavoured rice balls that aren’t shy on flavour and pack a moreish crunch. Pork, fennel & epicure picnic pie A twist on the traditional pork pie with strong flavour hints of Epicure cheese and fennel. Cranberry & apple chutney The sweet fruity tartiness of this cranberry and apple chutney on your cheeseboard will never go amiss. Noble tasty mac & cheese A classic favourite. Be sure to bake until bubbly and golden. Noble roasted vegetable tart Packed with vegetables and Mainland Noble Cheese, this colourful tart makes for a flavoursome lunch or dinner Impossible to fail quiche This simple quiche recipe is perfect for using up leftovers. Roast beef & cheese sandwich An easy and delicious doorstop of a sandwich. Cheese soufflé omelette Made with our Edam Cheese, this fluffy omelette is perfect for a weekend brunch. Feta & spinach pizza An old favorite that’s perfect for a quick and easy Friday dinner Steak & Smoked Cheese pie The quintessential Kiwi steak and cheese pie gets a smoky twist. Savoury Epicure Cheese fried toast A deliciously cheesy toasted sandwich. Pine nut bread with Mainland Epicure Cheese A hearty bread that pairs handsomely with slices of Mainland Epicure Cheese. Havarti brunch sandwich Havarti, bacon and pear makes for a perfect sandwich. Chicken & roasted pepper panini A simple and tasty combination for a quick lunch or dinner. Caramelised leek & potato cheese soup A hearty, full flavoured soup that will warm you up from the inside out. Cheesy potato & smoked fish croquettes A delicious, easy, and full of flavour dinner recipe. The Ultimate Anzac Biscuit Teaming up with our friends at We Are What We Eat, our traditional Anzac biscuit is the perfect balance of chew and crunch. Rosie's "In a Pickle" Classic Cheese Toastie Crowned the best cheese toastie in the country, Rosie somehow makes the iconic toastie even more kiwi than ever. Rosies White Chocolate Orange Hot Cross Buns We put the challenge out there to find NZ's best hot cross bun recipe. After scouring the country we named Rosie's recipe the winner. Brioche Hot Cross Buns A quiet moment with a buttered hot cross bun and a cup of tea is the stuff of dreams.
