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Additional Cheese Recipe

Name: The Pizza Place on Mains Additional Cheese Recipe
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cups Shredded Mozzarella; 0.5 cups Shredded Cheddar; 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan; 0.25 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper; 0.25 tsp Dried oregano; 0.25 cups Optional: Crumbled feta or goat cheese; 1 tbs Optional: Olive oil (for brushing)

Inspired by The Pizza Place on Main

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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Cheese Additions

1 cups Shredded Mozzarella1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar1/4 cups Grated Parmesan1/4 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper1/4 tsp Dried oregano1/4 cups Optional: Crumbled feta or goat cheese1 tbs Optional: Olive oil (for brushing)

Method

Cheese Additions

Measure and mix cheeses

Measure out shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan into a medium bowl. If using a soft cheese (feta or goat), measure it separately. Gently toss the shredded cheeses together so they are evenly distributed.

Season the blend

Sprinkle the black pepper and dried oregano over the shredded blend and toss lightly again so the seasonings are distributed. Do not overmix if you will be melting the cheese — you want pockets of each cheese for flavor variety.

Prepare surface or dish

If adding to a pizza, sandwich, pasta bake or casserole, ensure the surface is ready: for pizza or bread, brush the crust or dough lightly with the olive oil (optional) to help browning. For pasta or casserole, ensure sauce is in place and top is ready to receive cheese.

Apply cheese

Evenly scatter the mixed cheeses across the item you are topping. If using soft cheese, dot it on top in small spoonfuls so it melts and creates tangy pockets. For a more even melt, press the shredded cheese lightly into the surface.

Melt or bake

If you are melting on a hot surface (pizza) or baking (casserole, gratin), follow the base recipe's cooking temperature and time. As general guidance: bake at 375–425°F (190–220°C) until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden, typically 5–15 minutes depending on the dish and oven. Monitor closely to avoid burning.

Finish and serve

Remove from heat when cheese is melted and lightly browned to your preference. Let stand 2–3 minutes to settle. If desired, finish with an extra pinch of oregano or a light grind of black pepper. Serve immediately.