"Samois2001" > wrote in message
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>I bought some BelGioioso "freshly grated" parmesan yesterday because
> it was on sale. I normally buy a chunk, grate myself and never
> question the shelf life before I find myself down to the rind. This
> package however said once the seal is broken, which happened last
> night, consume promptly or freeze to prevent possible contamination
> and mold. How long do I have with this tub? Are they implying just a
> couple days? I do think the texture seems less dry(very light and
> fluffy) than when I grate a chunk so may be more susceptible to mold.
> But I really have no idea. Should I just go ahead and pop the whole
> container in the freezer and store it there to be safe? Thanks for any
> help.

I would freeze it. Unlike other cheeses, the texture, no great shakes
anyway,
will not suffer much. In my experience fresh parmesan molds quickly. More
surface area for oxidation, maybe?


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