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Can you freeze cheese?
If there is still some cheese left over from the last meal, the question often arises as to whether you can freeze the leftovers or cheese in general? We explain.
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We've all been there: you buy too much cheese and then don't know what to do with it. The same applies if, for example, you have used cheese for lunch, such as Parmesan, and there is still some left over. What to do with the leftovers so they don't spoil? You can find out here whether you can freeze cheese or not.
Can you freeze cheese?
Yay, you don't have to throw away any food, because in principle there's nothing wrong with freezing cheese. But there are a few things to bear in mind! Unfortunately, not every type of cheese is suitable for the freezer. In addition, the dairy product loses flavor when frozen and the consistency can also change. If you receive guests and want to offer them a cheese platter, you should always opt for freshly bought products, as they simply taste better and also look better. However, cheese from the freezer is absolutely fine for gratinating or for your own use. Read below to find out which types are suitable for freezing and which are not.
Can Parmesan cheese go in the freezer?
Hard cheeses such as Parmesan, Grana Padano and co. can go in the freezer. It is best to freeze them in grated form, as they tend to crumble easily. Use a freezer bag or tin for this. This model is suitable for freezing >>
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Freezing Gouda and Edam cheese: How it works
Sliced cheese is very often found on frozen pizza. And, as you know, this is also frozen. This means that you can freeze semi-hard cheeses such as Edam and Gouda without any problems. Always freeze them as airtight as possible and defrost them later before you process them further.
Can you put Camembert in the freezer?
Camembert and cream cheese are soft cheeses that should not be put in the freezer under any circumstances. They contain far too much water and are therefore unsuitable for freezing.