Author Topic: Storage of store-bought gouda, how long?  (Read 742 times)

jdgabbard

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Storage of store-bought gouda, how long?
« on: February 16, 2014, 10:00:00 PM »
I am sure this has been asked.  I just can't seem to find it.  Store bought cheese stuck in a refrigerator, provide it hasn't been opened, would keep for how long?  And how does this compare to a similar homemade cheese kept in the same type of environment?

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Re: Storage of store-bought gouda, how long?
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2014, 10:12:26 PM »
Any store bought cheese we get and don't use up right away will get vacuum bagged,
I have had some for over a year in the bottom of the fridge, we think it just gets better, including our homemade cheeses.
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Re: Storage of store-bought gouda, how long?
« Reply #2 on: February 16, 2014, 11:45:24 PM »
"keep" meaning what? While maintaining the same flavor/texture? Cheese is rotten milk, it's already spoiled. It should last and be safe to eat forever, but the flavor and texture will change over time.