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Do You Eat the Rind on Cheese?
When I recently reviewed Président's brie cheese log, I mentioned that, even though it is edible, PartySugar and I don't normally don't care for the rind on brie cheese. Where do you stand on the matter?
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Simple Tip: Use Parmesan Rinds to Flavor Soups
Good-quality cheese is expensive and if I'm going to purchase a wedge of imported Italian Parmesan cheese, I like to use the entire chunk — including the rind. Luckily, I learned a long time ago that the rinds can be used to season soups and stews. Once you've grated all the cheese off, wrap the rind tightly in plastic wrap and throw in the freezer.
Burning Question: When Is It OK to Eat Moldy Food?
The other day, a co-worker asked me whether it was OK to eat a piece of cheese that had grown slightly moldy. That question sparked a discussion on how to handle moldy foods. Can you ever simply cut off the bad parts and proceed to eat the rest?
Say Cheese! Parmesan Fricos
Parmesan cheese is quite possibly Italy's most popular cheese. The hard, dry cheese has clearly won its way into the hearts of America. It's made from skimmed (or partially skimmed) cow's milk and has a pale golden rind and light-straw interior.
Say Cheese! Provoleta, Grilled Provolone
A whole cow's milk cheese native to Southern Italy, provolone is now produced in other regions of the world. It has a mild flavor and semifirm texture. The cheese comes in various forms, ranging from a long salami-like shape to a squat-pear formation ideal for hanging.
Taste Test: Nduja, Boccalone's Spreadable Salame
I've long been a fan of local talent Chris Cosentino and his offal-inspired Italian restaurant, Incanto. So when news, well, spread last month that Cosentino's salumeria Boccalone Artisan Meats was debuting the first spreadable salame — Nduja, as it's called — to be produced in the States, I knew I had to get my hands on some right away. Did the salumi live up to all its wonderment?
Say Cheese! Pork Chipotle Muenster Burgers
Muenster is an American creation related to France's Munster cheese. It has a smooth texture, yellow interior, and orange rind. Muenster is incredibly mild in flavor with a taste somewhere between American cheese and Jack cheese.
Say Cheese! Baked Brie With Mushrooms
One of the world's most beloved cheeses, brie dates back to the 8th century. It's characterized by a creamy soft center and white edible rind. Although Brie originates in France, it's so popular that countries across the world now produce it.
Taste Test: Président Brie Log
Cheese is one of my favorite foods. I've honestly never met a cheese I didn't like! So when I received one of Président's new brie logs, I couldn't wait to give it a try.
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- When is it appropriate to eat the rind on cheese?
- Five bargain wines that you shouldn't pass up.
- Enhance the flavor of in-season wild ramps in a primavera pasta.
- Make your own krupnikas, an Eastern European liqueur, with local honey.
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