There’s a reason BelGioioso Blue Cheese earns a spot on every table. Its creamy texture and tangy bite bring depth and dimension to any dish, from elegant appetizers to cozy comfort food. With each crumble, it transforms familiar flavors into something unexpected: bold, balanced, and full of character.

In the kitchen, it’s all about versatility. Melted or crumbled, blended or baked, the taste of BelGioioso Blue Cheese shines wherever it appears. The creaminess softens heat and spice, while its bright tang lifts sweeter ingredients, creating that perfect interplay of flavors that keeps every bite interesting. It’s a simple way to add richness and refinement without ever feeling fussy.

These dishes celebrate that range, offering fresh inspiration for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting guests or simply elevating your everyday table, BelGioioso Blue Cheese proves that big flavor and creativity always go hand in hand.

 

Upside Down Blue Cheese Onion Tartlets

Difficulty: Easy • 6 servings • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup + ½ cup BelGioioso Blue Cheese, crumbled and divided
• 6 Tbsp honey, divided
• 1 large Vidalia onion, sliced into six rounds
• 2 sheets puff pastry, cut into six rectangles
• 1 egg, beaten, optional
• pomegranate seeds, for garnish
• fresh rosemary, for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Drizzle six puddles of honey, 1 Tbsp each, on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Top the honey with a round of onion and 2 Tbsp of crumbled BelGioioso Blue Cheese each.
4. Finish assembly with one rectangle of puff pastry, pressing lightly down around the sides of the onion. Brush with beaten egg, if desired.
5. Bake the tartlets for 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
6. Remove them from the oven, and allow them to cool for a few minutes before flipping them. Top with the remaining BelGioioso Blue Cheese, a few pomegranate seeds, and some fresh rosemary.

Blue Cheese and Blueberry Galette 

Difficulty: Easy • 6 servings • Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup BelGioioso Blue Cheese, crumbled
• 1 ½ pints blueberries, fresh
• ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar, divided
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
• 1 sheet store-bought pie dough
• 1 egg, beaten
• fresh basil

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.
2. In a bowl, combine blueberries, ¼ C granulated sugar and lemon juice and mix well.
3. Pour the blueberries in the center of your rolled out pie crust, leaving an approximate 1 ½ – 2 inch margin around the edge.
4. Top the blueberries with the crumbled BelGioioso Blue Cheese, spreading it evenly across the fruit, and fold the pie crust border over the edge of the berries. The crust will overlap in certain places, which is exactly what you’re looking for. 
5. Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with the remaining sugar. 
6. Bake the galette for 30-40 minutes, until the berries are bursting and the crust is golden brown. Once baked, cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, topped with fresh basil.

Baked Pears with Blue Cheese and Walnuts

Difficulty: Easy • 4 servings • Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup BelGioioso Blue Cheese, crumbled
• 4 pears, halved and cored
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted 
• ½ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
• fresh thyme, for garnish
• optional: honey

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400ºF
2. Coat the halved pears in melted unsalted butter, making sure they are coated all around.
3. Arrange the pears cut side down in a large baking dish.
4. Bake for 40 minutes, until caramelized and soft all the way through.
5. To serve, place two pear halves on each plate, caramelized sides up, and top with crumbles of BelGioioso Blue Cheese, divided evenly across all pears. Finish with chopped walnuts, fresh thyme and an optional drizzle of honey.

Blue Cheese Cornbread with Blue Butter

Difficulty: Easy • 8 servings • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients: 

• ½ cup BelGioioso Blue Cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup fine cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup + 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted, divided
• 1 egg
• 1 cup buttermilk

for the Blue Butter:

• ¼ cup BelGioioso Blue Cheese
• ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400ºF, and place a 9” cast iron skillet inside to heat up.
2. Combine the cornmeal, flour, salt, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder in a large bowl, and mix well.
3. Add the ½ C melted butter, egg and buttermilk, and mix until just combined and the flours are hydrated. Stir in crumbled BelGioioso Blue Cheese.
4. Add the remaining butter to the heated skillet, swirling it to coat all sides, and pour in the batter.
5. Bake the cornbread for 20 minutes, until golden and set. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving with Blue Butter.
6. To make the Blue Butter: Combine the softened butter with the BelGioioso Blue Cheese, mixing until fully incorporated and homogenous. Serve the butter alongside the warm cornbread.