Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef Shilpa Uskokovic shares all the ways American Cheese can enhance your cooking. From creating the perfect melt to keeping your dips and dishes creamier for longer, these American Cheese tips and tricks will level up your cheesy recipes.
You can try Shilpa's American Cheese recipes for yourself here:
Grilled Cheese: bonappetit.com/recipe/added-value-grilled-cheese
Breakfast Sandwiches: bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-breakfast-sandwiches
7-Layer Dip: bonappetit.com/recipe/warm-seven-layer-skillet-dip
Crunchwrap: bonappetit.com/recipe/crunchwrap-for-a-crowd
00:00 Intro
00:17 The Emulsifying Agent
01:10 Not All Processed Cheese is Equal
01:59 The Secret to Creaminess
06:00 Extended Fluidity
07:49 A Functional Melt
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In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef Shilpa Uskokovic shares all the ways American Cheese can enhance your cooking. From creating the perfect melt to keeping your dips and dishes creamier for longer, these American Cheese tips and tricks will level up your cheesy recipes.
You can try Shilpa's American Cheese recipes for yourself here:
Grilled Cheese: bonappetit.com/recipe/added-value-grilled-cheese
Breakfast Sandwiches: bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-breakfast-sandwiches
7-Layer Dip: bonappetit.com/recipe/warm-seven-layer-skillet-dip
Crunchwrap: bonappetit.com/recipe/crunchwrap-for-a-crowd
00:00 Intro
00:17 The Emulsifying Agent
01:10 Not All Processed Cheese is Equal
01:59 The Secret to Creaminess
06:00 Extended Fluidity
07:49 A Functional Melt
Start your free trial and access over 50,000 expertly-tested recipes from Epicurious, Bon Appétit and more on the Epicurious app. apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id312101965?pt=45076&ct=EpiVideoDescriptionYT&mt=8
Still haven’t subscribed to Epicurious on YouTube? ►► bit.ly/epiyoutubesub
ABOUT EPICURIOUS
Browse thousands of recipes and videos from Bon Appétit, Gourmet, and more. Find inventive cooking ideas, ingredients, and restaurant menus from the world’s largest food archive.
