Awesome Tricks for Preserving Brie Cheese

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There is nothing quite like the buttery texture and soft, white rind of fully ripe brie cheese. It’s our top choice when making a cheese board, and brie-stuffed pastry is simply divine. Unfortunately, keeping your cheese fresh by following the wrong storage information leads to disappointment and a wasted wheel of cheese. Soft cheeses are not suitable for freezing due to their high water content and leaving brie sitting on the counter too long causes it to spoil. We put together storage tips to ensure your decadent cheese stays creamy and delicious.
Brie cheese needs to breathe, and wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap causes it to grow mold. However, pre-cut wedges are safe to wrap in plastic., Discover how to loosely wrap fresh brie in parchment paper and keep it in the refrigerator for a few days. Find out why it’s important to let the cheese sit out at room temperature after you refrigerate it so that it gets perfectly soft. Explore a range of tips for preparing this cheese and using it in recipes.