Recipes for Roquefort Cheese

Safe ways to use roquefort cheese past its expiration date

Roquefort Cheese and Apple Tart

Roquefort Cheese and Apple Tart

A delicious tart made with slightly expired Roquefort cheese and sweet apples.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • 150g Roquefort cheese, slightly past expiration
  • 2 apples
  • 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it on a baking sheet.
  3. Spread the Roquefort cheese evenly over the puff pastry.
  4. Slice the apples and arrange them on top of the cheese.
  5. Drizzle the honey over the apples.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Roquefort Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Roquefort Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Make use of expired Roquefort cheese in this delicious stuffed chicken breast recipe. Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly to maintain food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 50g Roquefort cheese (expired but safe to consume)
  • 1 cup spinach leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Carefully butterfly the chicken breasts by cutting them horizontally, but not all the way through.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the Roquefort cheese evenly on one side of each chicken breast.
  5. Add a layer of spinach leaves on top of the cheese.
  6. Fold the chicken breasts in half and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  7. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (reaches an internal temperature of 165°F).
  10. Remove the toothpicks or twine before serving.
  11. Serve the stuffed chicken breasts with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Roquefort Cheese and Mushroom Quiche

Roquefort Cheese and Mushroom Quiche

Expired Roquefort cheese adds a delightful flavor to this quiche. Ensure the quiche is thoroughly cooked to maintain food safety.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
35 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 100g Roquefort cheese (expired but safe to consume)
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the mushrooms and onions until softened.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Crumble the Roquefort cheese into the egg mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Place the pre-made pie crust in a pie dish.
  7. Spread the sautéed mushrooms and onions evenly over the crust.
  8. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the mushrooms and onions.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the crust is golden brown.
  10. Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  11. Serve the Roquefort cheese and mushroom quiche with a side salad for a complete meal.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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