Learning How to Preserve Cheese

Cheese is a basic, nutritious, and tasty food that adds great nutritional value to our diet. Nowadays, we have a wide variety of cheeses to choose from, and they are part of numerous dishes, enhancing their nutritional value and flavor. There are certain varieties of cheese that contain a high percentage of fat; they are easy to digest and can save you in a pinch if unexpected guests arrive. Storage Cheese keepers found in stores, in order to keep cheese in perfect condition, are not only useful but also very decorative. Don't hesitate to buy one if you have space in your kitchen. We recommend placing some raw chickpeas inside the cheese keeper; they absorb moisture and keep the cheese in perfect condition. When your kitchen space doesn't allow for a cheese keeper, don't put the cheese in the fridge. Keep it on top of the refrigerator. To prevent it from drying out, wrap it in a cloth dampened with vinegar or white wine. Remember that whenever the cloth dries, you should re-moisten it as many times as necessary. Cheese should be kept at room temperature, and if you don't use it often, it's better to buy it in small quantities to avoid mold. If you want to have fresh cheese that you can grate when needed, instead of buying pre-packaged bags, always keep a good piece of Dutch or Parmesan cheese at home and store it as we recommend. Below, we provide a list of recipes where you can make the most of cheese and prepare delicious dishes. Take note. Cheese and Spices Dip A delicious dip made with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Cheese Sauce The cheese sauce uses white sauce, béchamel, as its base, and gets its name from the delicious Manchego cheese added to it. Spinach and Cream Cheese Quiche This tasty quiche is made with a puff pastry base and a filling of spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese. Provoletta Cheese A delicious provolone cheese marinated with olive oil and oregano, grilled to perfection. Ricotta Cheese Cheesecake This cheesecake is made with ricotta cheese and served cold. Ideally, it should be prepared a day in advance. Ham and Cheese Crepe Rolls If you're bored of sandwiches, this recipe is for you! The crepes are rolled with a layer of cream cheese, ham, and cheese. You can use your imagination and add any ingredients you like.. Goat Cheese and Zucchini Terrine It's a rich combination of goat cheese with pistachios and a spectacular presentation. For more cheese-based recipes, click here.