Cheese Storage : Keeping Your Cheese Fresh
Here are some tips on how to proper storage keeps your cheese happy (and delicious) for longer. See below key things to remember:
Temperature: Cheese loves the cold, but not too cold. Aim for your refrigerator's crisper drawer, ideally between 34-38 degrees Fahrenheit (1-3 degrees Celsius). This keeps it cool enough to slow down mold growth while maintaining its texture and flavor.
Moisture Control: Cheese can dry out or get too wet in the fridge. Here's where the wrapping comes in:
- Say no to plastic: Plastic wrap traps moisture and can make cheese sweaty and flavorless.
- Cheese paper or parchment: Breathable options that allow cheese to breathe while preventing drying.
- Reusable beeswax wraps: Another eco-friendly option that allows for some airflow.
Wrapping Techniques:
- Soft cheeses: Wrap them gently in cheese paper or parchment. For extra moisture control, you can nestle them in a container lined with paper towels (changed regularly to avoid dampness).
- Hard cheeses: Wrap them tightly in cheese paper or parchment. You can also use foil for an extra layer of protection.
- Crumbled cheeses: Store in an airtight container in the crisper drawer.
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