Most people put parmesan back in its original packaging after using it. Others wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
According to Chip 30, this is a poor solution because the cheese cannot breathe properly.
This creates moisture inside the packaging, which can cause parmesan to become soft and spoil more quickly.
Falstaff also notes that the cheese can start to smell or become greasy when it is wrapped too tightly.
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Better storage
The Instagram profile easyinterieur instead recommends wrapping parmesan in paper towels or parchment paper.
The paper allows the cheese to breathe while also preventing it from drying out. This can help parmesan stay fresh for a longer period.
Cheese paper or wax paper can also be used. The most important thing is that the packaging is not completely airtight.
Temperature matters
Parmesan should be stored in the warmer part of the refrigerator, such as the vegetable drawer. The temperature should be between 5 and 7 degrees Celsius.
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If the cheese needs to last even longer, it can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Sources: Merkur.de, Falstaff, and easyinterieur.
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