The U.S. Has a Giant Cheese Surplus! 11 Delicious, Delicious Ways to Help

Calling all cheese lovers — we need your help consuming all the cheese.

By: Farima Alavi

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You've likely heard about America's "problem" of too much cheese — Bloomberg reported that the U.S. cheese stockpile is at its highest level in more than 30 years. We are running out of storage space for all of it, so it is our, ahem, patriotic duty to store it in our bellies. Check out our favorite cheesy-good recipes, below. What a gouda time to be alive!

Tomato Goat Cheese Dip

Make It: Eat It With Crostinis

Pimento Cheese Dip

Pimento Cheese Fritters from Blackberry Farm

Photo by: Photo courtesy of Blackberry Farm and Beall + Thomas Photography

Photo courtesy of Blackberry Farm and Beall + Thomas Photography

Make It: The Southern Way

Stuffed Mushrooms

Brie and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Served in Mushroom Caps

Brie and Sundried Tomato Mushroom Caps

Hollow out mini Portobello mushroom caps, stuff them with creamy chunks of Brie cheese. Pop in a preheated 350 degree oven until cheese is melted.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Photo by: Flynnside Out Productions

Flynnside Out Productions

Make It: With Brie and Sun-Dried Tomato

Nacho-Stuffed Potato Skins

Loaded Potato Skins Topped With Guacamole

Nacho-Stuffed Potato Skins

If your cold-weather get-together includes gathering around the TV for a football game, then be sure to make these restaurant-style potato skins a star player in your appetizer lineup.

Make It: A Hearty Appetizer

Pub Pretzels and Beer Cheese Sauce

Pub-Style Pretzels With Beer Cheese

Pub-style pretzels with creamy beer cheese sauce make with Gouda are the perfect appetizer for adult Halloween guest.

Make It: With Gouda and Cheddar

Cheese Straws

Cheese Straws For Cold-Weather Entertaining

No fall or winter party is complete without the classic cheese straw. A savory combination of butter and cheese gets an added kick from cayenne pepper, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer or hearty snack.

Make It: A Kid Favorite

Easy Queso Fundido

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Photo by: Jennifer Jane

Jennifer Jane

Make It: Three Ways

Gorgonzola Cheese Balls

No-Cook Gorgonzola Cheese Balls

For this cheesy app, combine Gorgonzola, low-fat cream cheese, and a splash of white wine. Add in walnut pieces and salt and pepper for a surprising taste. Place the mixture in the fridge for two hours.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Photo by: Flynnside Out Productions

Flynnside Out Productions

Make It: No Baking Required!

Cheesy French Onion Dip

Make It: A Satisfying Dip

Crostinis With Herbed Cream Cheese Spread

Crostini With Herbed Cream Cheese Spread

This simple, rustic appetizer is a great way to get any fall or holiday gathering started. The flavors are a little sweet and a little savory. The textures shine with toasty bread, crunchy nuts and a delicious creamy topping.