How to keep cheese in the refrigerator fresh for a long time: 3 mandatory conditions

The cheese has retained its flavor, it is necessary to place it correctly in the fridge

Cheese - hard, fused, home, mold and without... This tasty and healthy product often appears in your diet? How to store the cheese in the refrigerator for a long time to keep it fresh? I have proven in service manual, which I will share with you.

The basic principles of storage of cheese

Due to the beneficial bacteria and microorganisms, cheese is considered to be "alive", so he is a special storage conditions are required. So it does not lose its flavor and taste, not dry and not moldy and was unfit for consumption, it must be properly stored.

Since the shelf life of the cheese is not too long, not compliance with the rules of its storage may result in the early termination of his

On What to look for storage:

1. Temperature. Improper or sharp temperature drop its most negative effect on the delicate product:

• low temperature kills useful bacteria leads to a change in structure;
• high - on the contrary, it contributes to the rapid growth of harmful microorganisms and cheese turns into a source of danger to health.

optimal temperature storage of cheese without damage to its quality + 3... +8 ° C.

The shelf life of the cheese will increase if placed in the refrigerator at + 3... +8 ° C

1. Humidity. Matters and humidity:

• at low humidity weather-beaten product and drying;
• high - Ports.

The ideal — 90%.

Condition 1. cheese varieties

Each type of cheese requires special treatment:

Picture	storage recommendations
	Solid cheese kept longer than the others - up to 10 days. In order not to miss the moment of its damage, you should periodically check to see if there is mold on it. If there is - it must be removed - cut.
	cheese softest spoil much faster than others, so their storage should be taken very carefully. Thus, when the thermometer indicator to -2 ° C - they are kept very well during the month, and at +3... +10 ° C - only 7 days. Processed - should not be consumed within two days of opening the package - it is not safe.
	Cheese with mold better kept at zero temperature and in air-tight packaging. This is to protect other products from the spread of odors and mold.
	pickled cheeses better stored in salt water or brine in the serum. You do not know how to remove the salt from the cheese before serving? A few hours before eating a slice of cheese and soak it in water or milk. Should not be washed brine cheese in hot water: will begin to melt and lose its beneficial properties.
	Cottage cheese, made by hand, requires special attention. It should be kept no more than 3-4 days, and exclusively in glass or enameled container. Soft homemade cheese can be divided into portions and freeze. He will lie quietly in the freezer for several months.
	refined and expensive Parmesan also it requires special treatment. It can be stored for a long time in a shopping package (with 25 or 50 grams) or in a vacuum package. Within 14 days, you can store and small remnants of this product, or even grated Parmesan - just wrap it in parchment paper and place it on the top shelf of the refrigerator.

Condition 2. Terms of storage of cheese in the refrigerator

Refrigerator - best place for storage. However, even here the conditions and shelf life of the product should be clearly observed. As long as you keep the cheese fresh in the refrigerator?

1. Where to store? Lower shelf or pan for vegetables and fruit - perfect. This is where the temperature and humidity is the most optimal.

Photo: refrigerator drawer for vegetables - the perfect place storage of cheese

1. What store? Modern refrigerators equipped with the air circulation system, and the humidity therein may be below the required level. Therefore, dairy products are better kept in containers made of glass, plastic or ceramic.

Still it is possible to use plastic wrap or a plastic bag. This will help keep the freshness of the product and to protect it from foreign odors.

Plastic container will retain freshness cheese products

Approximately one hour before serving remove the cheese from the refrigerator - to restore its natural smell and taste. Cut desirable product immediately before serving.

1. Do not hold the cheese in paper - so it dries more quickly. It is better to use double packaging: food parchment and plastic bags or any container.

Twin Pack perfectly preserves the freshness of the cheese

If apart from the pack you have not found a suitable container, put there some macaroni or a piece of refined sugar - they will protect the cheese from the excess moisture.

1. Size matters? Yes, the big cheeses in vacuum-packed stay fresh longer, that's just the price of their not everyone can afford.
2. If you want to take the cheese on the road or on the nature and portable refrigerator compartment no. Take an ordinary linen cloth, soak it in water and wrap it in cheese. Keep these pieces of cheese is better out of the sun.

Condition 3. How to store the cheese in the freezer

MYou can I store the cheese in the freezer? A professional chef will say clearly "no." Most cheeses can not tolerate sub-zero temperatures:

• lose their taste;
• consistency;
• useful qualities.

However, inedible do they become. Of course, to make a sandwich with the thawed product is not worth it, but put it in salads, pies, pizzas and other dishes - the perfect solution.

Frozen in the freezer cheese perfect for cooking pizza

Exception to the rule - parmesan. He has already passed the heat treatment and are not afraid of the cold. At -15... -20 ° C cheese shelf life can be extended up to 3 months. standard rules: Cut into portions pieces and wrapped in individual packages.

Summary

cheese storage in the refrigerator should not cause difficulties. If you abide by the rules, you will protect tasty product from getting into the trash. But for a long time to think, and how much is stored cheese in the refrigerator, do not buy it for future use. It is better to buy a small piece, and when finished, buy more.

The video in this article have visual instructions on how to store cheese. If you have any questions - I wait for them in the comments.