Chedz Croutons – Courtesy of Susan Hall

Do you want to liven your favorite croutons up?  Add Chedz to them for a cheesier crunch and added flavor.  Add these yummy croutons to your Super Bowl or any game night.  Throw them on salads or crumble them on pastas.

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Crush Chedz into fine crumbs by using a rolling pin, food processor or Magic Bullet.
  3. Add croutons to a mixing bowl
  4. Add olive oil to croutons and mix well
  5. Add crushed Chedz crumbs and mix well. If you prefer more Chedz (our preference), then add more to croutons.
  6. Pour Chedz crouton mix on baking sheet and spread. Add more Chedz if preferred. If you would like a solid coating of Chedz on the croutons, dip each crouton in Chedz crumbs (dip in olive oil first, then Chedz crumbs to ensure that it sticks).
  7. Bake for about 10 minutes. Take out of oven and let cool.
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Chedz Garlic Cheese Bread – Courtesy of Susan Hall

chedz garlic cheese bread 1 chedz garlic cheese bread 2Add this yummy Chedz garlic cheese bread to any meal, Super Bowl or game day event and you’ll be sure to get smiles!

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Crush Chedz into fine crumbs. Use a rolling pin, food processor or Magic Bullet.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic powder.
  4. Place bread on baking tray and spread the mixture on the bread slices.
  5. Top with Chedz crumbs.
  6. Top with shredded Cheddar Cheese or other preferred cheeses.
  7. Bake in preheated oven until bread is toasted and cheese is melted for about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Chedz Sriracha Cashews – Courtesy of Susan Hall

Chedz Sriracha Cashews or other nuts (Almonds, Peanuts, Almonds, etc.) would be a great addition to a Super Bowl party or any game day event.

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  • 1 Cup Cashews Salted or Unsalted. Use any other nut options if preferred (Almonds, Peanuts, Pecans, etc.)
  • 1-2 TBS olive oil
  • 1-2 TSP Sriracha Add more if you want more heat. Leave out if you do not prefer spicy.
  • To Taste Salt or Sea Salt Leave out if you prefer lower sodium option
  • 1 Ounce Crushed Chedz Crumbs (Any Flavor) We used Chedz Spicy but use Gluten Free if preferred. Rule of Thumb: 1 oz crushed Chedz for 1 cup nuts. Use more or less depending on preference.
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  • 1 Cup Cashews Salted or Unsalted. Use any other nut options if preferred (Almonds, Peanuts, Pecans, etc.)
  • 1-2 TBS olive oil
  • 1-2 TSP Sriracha Add more if you want more heat. Leave out if you do not prefer spicy.
  • To Taste Salt or Sea Salt Leave out if you prefer lower sodium option
  • 1 Ounce Crushed Chedz Crumbs (Any Flavor) We used Chedz Spicy but use Gluten Free if preferred. Rule of Thumb: 1 oz crushed Chedz for 1 cup nuts. Use more or less depending on preference.
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Crush Chedz finely. Use a rolling pin, food processor or the Magic Bullet.
  3. Add a cup of Cashews in a mixing bowl.
  4. Add 1-2 TBS of Olive Oil in a small bowl.
  5. Add 1-2 (or more) TSP of Sriracha to the Olive Oil and stir until mixed.
  6. Pour the Olive Oil and Sriracha mix onto the Cashews and stir.
  7. Add crushed Chedz crumbs and stir until mixed.
  8. Add salt to taste.
  9. Bake in the oven for approximately 4-5 minutes. Watch carefully to ensure that the Chedz crumbs do not burn.
  10. Take out and let Cashews sit on the baking pan to crisp up. Once cooled, serve right away or store in air tight container.
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Chedz Crackers

chedz-crackersTry this quick and easy cracker appetizers for a nice lunch or dinner gathering.  Whip them up for the Super Bowl or any sports get together.  They will be a crowd pleaser!

 

 

 

 

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  1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees
  2. Arrange crackers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  3. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly on each cracker
  4. Crush Chedz into crumbs (you can use a food processor if preferred)
  5. Sprinkle Chedz crumbs evenly over cheese and crackers
  6. Optional: Add cayenne pepper to taste and/or cooked bacon bits
  7. Bake in oven for about 5-10 minutes, watching to ensure that Chedz crumbs and crackers do not burn. ENJOY!
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Chedz Zucchini and Squash Chipz

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  1. Slice zucchini and squash in thin coins.
  2. In separate bowls, put ½ cup flour in first, beat egg in the second and add crushed Chedz crumbs (consistency of bread crumbs) in a third bowl.
  3. Add black pepper, salt, and garlic to taste to the flour.
  4. Pour about 1 cup of oil (more or less depending on pan used; frying pan or pot) and heat over medium heat.
  5. Dip zucchini and squash chips in the flour, then egg and finally Chedz crumbs. You may have to pat down the Chedz crumbs to make it stick.
  6. Fry* in oil until golden and crisp *The chips can also be baked at 350 degrees until golden; about 30-40 minutes depending on oven.
    Chedz Zucchini and Squash Chips
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Chedz Stuffed Mushrooms

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Carefully break off stems. Chop stems extremely fine, discarding tough end of stems.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and chopped mushroom stems to the skillet. Fry until any moisture has disappeared, taking care not to burn garlic. Set aside to cool.
  3. When garlic and mushroom mixture is no longer hot, stir in cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. Mixture should be very thick.
  4. Crush Chedz finely; bread crumbs consistency
  5. Using a little spoon, fill each mushroom cap with a generous amount of stuffing. Add Chedz crumbs on top of each mushroom. Arrange the mushroom caps on prepared cookie sheet.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the mushrooms are piping hot and liquid starts to form under caps.
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