[Aubergine68]

We can get a v. good price on quality bulk cheeses, but I was reluctant because they sometimes mold before I can use them.

I tried a trick someone told me about, wrapping a block of harder cheese like mozza or cheddar in a vinegar soaked cloth and putting it in a plastic bag in the fridge.

Haven't had cheese go off since.

Thought I'd share.

 

[Delicateflower]

I just freeze mine, but thanks for the tip.

 

[tricia80]

Cool idea... i shred then freeze mine or use my tupperware fridgesmart containers... Works awesome...

 

[CarrieMF]

I freeze mine too, though not everyone has big freezers so this would work good for them.

 

[dogmom327]

I just it into smaller blocks and use my food saver to seal it. I've also shredded it and frozen it.

 

[Aubergine68]

I've done the shred and freeze, too, but it seems to change the texture a bit?

Fresh is nicer, imo, esp. for really good cheese

 

[cornflake girl]

Awesome! So, am I understanding right that this won't work with a softer cheese like monterey jack?

 

[Aubergine68]

It worked with my mozzarella, which is probably softer than most Jacks

I don't know if it would work for something reealy soft, like cream cheeses. Maybe it would?

 

[Carson]

Can you freeze pre-packaged blocks of cheese without the texture turning?

Our store has all their cheese on a great sale this week, and I'd like to stock up, but if it doesn't work out, it's still wasting money.

 

[Delicateflower]

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Originally Posted by Carson Can you freeze pre-packaged blocks of cheese without the texture turning?

It becomes much more crumbly to cut, but it still feels the same in your mouth