Disclosure: This round-up is sponsored by Land O’Lakes, Inc., but all opinions are my own.

When the weather turns chilly, I crave comfort food — and for me that almost always means something drenched in melted, gooey cheese. Few cheeses melt as smoothly and satisfyingly as Land O Lakes® Deli American, so I’ve gathered 10 easy, cheesy recipes that hit that melty spot. Some of these are from Foodie with Family, others from talented blogger friends, and each one promises abundant, comforting cheese. At the end of this round-up you’ll also find details about a giveaway from Land O’Lakes to help you create your own melty moments.

Trashy Barbecue Pulled Pork & Toasted Cheese Sandwich

Sourdough sandwich bread piled high with barbecue pulled pork and melty cheese, toasted until golden and buttery. It’s not health food, but it’s pure comfort — rich, indulgent, and soulful.

Cheesy Barbecue Chicken and Bacon Egg Rolls

Crispy wrappers encase a melty, cheesy filling of barbecue chicken and bacon. Serve with extra barbecue sauce for a flavorful twist on classic egg rolls — crunchy on the outside, delectably molten inside.

Chorizo Beef Burgers with Crispy Onion Straws

This bold burger from Nutmeg Nanny combines beef and chorizo for a robust patty, topped with BBQ fry sauce, candied jalapeños, and slices of Deli American. The result is a spicy, smoky burger with perfect melty cheese to balance the flavors.

Spinach Omelet Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Toasted multi-grain bread holds a tender omelet folded with garlicky spinach and chopped ham, surrounded by perfectly oozing Deli American. It’s a satisfying breakfast-for-lunch sandwich that’s rich, savory, and comfortingly cheesy.

The Ultimate Queso Blanco Dip

This creamy queso blanco blends melted Deli American with Monterey Jack, chopped green chiles, and garlic. It’s perfect for dunking chips and pretzels or spooning over tacos and burritos — a versatile, crowd-pleasing dip.

Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

This “deconstructed bacon cheeseburger” dip combines seasoned ground beef with melted cheese, ketchup, relish, mustard, sautéed onions, and A-1® Sauce, finished with crispy bacon. It’s rich, familiar, and endlessly dippable.

Filthy Burgers

These over-the-top burgers feature juicy grilled beef patties topped with barbecue pulled pork, crispy bacon bits, and melted Deli American or pepper jack. Add tangy barbecue sauce and crunchy lettuce on a toasted bun for a truly indulgent sandwich that will impress at any cookout.

Chicken Bacon Spinach Grilled Cheese

From Nutmeg Nanny, this grilled cheese layers cooked chicken breast, super-crispy bacon, fresh baby spinach, and garlic mayonnaise with plenty of Deli American. It’s a comfort sandwich that’s worth seeking out for its balance of textures and savory flavor.

Easy Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Thinly sliced, browned steak piled with pan-fried peppers, onions, and mushrooms, stuffed into a roll and smothered with melted Deli American. Aggie’s Kitchen keeps things classic and comforting with this well-executed cheesesteak.

Cranberry N Cheese Grill

This grilled cheese from the Land O’Lakes Test Kitchen pairs zesty cranberry sauce with turkey and melted cheese — a perfect post-Thanksgiving sandwich that balances sweet and savory with creamy, melty cheese.

The Giveaway

Land O’Lakes is offering one Foodie with Family reader a generous “I Am Deli American” gift pack to inspire melty sandwich creations all season long. The prize includes a Breadman® bread machine, a bread knife, panini press, sandwich plates, cloth napkins, and branded I Am Deli American items — everything you need to make cheesy sandwiches your family will love.

How to enter

To enter, leave a comment telling us your favorite way to use Deli American. The original giveaway closed October 25, 2015; one winner was chosen at random and notified by email. Thank you to everyone who entered.

For more information about LAND O LAKES® Deli American, check Land O’Lakes’ recipe resources and brand pages for inspiration and recipe ideas.