Cheddar Cheese Preservation Strategies

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There are so many cheeses available, from soft and creamy to hard and flavorful, it’s often hard to choose just one. Cheddar cheese is so versatile and one of the most popular. This cheese is excellent on a charcuterie board alongside crackers, sliced on sandwiches and burgers, and macaroni n cheese is not complete without it. While your first instinct is to keep the cheese in its original plastic packaging and toss it in the fridge, this is actually bad practice. There is a right and wrong way to keep hard cheeses fresh, and our cheese storage information helps you choose the proper method for your needs.
Learn how long cheddar cheese lasts at room temperature and in the fridge, and how to store it short and long-term. Find ways to save cheese by taking it out of the package and wrapping slices or blocks in wax paper so they can breathe while you refrigerate them. Learn how to double-wrap whole and shredded portions to preserve in a freezer container and ways to thaw the cheese when you’re ready to use it in recipes. Explore tips for creating the perfect recipes with cheddar cheese to prevent leftovers from going to waste.