Is 8 ounces of brick cheese the same as shredded cheese?

No, 8 ounces of brick cheese is not the same as 8 ounces of shredded cheese. Here's why:

* Density: Shredded cheese has a lower density than brick cheese because it's been broken up into smaller pieces with air pockets between them.

* Weight vs. Volume: While you might have 8 ounces of each, the *volume* of 8 ounces of shredded cheese will be much larger than the volume of 8 ounces of brick cheese.

Think of it this way: Imagine a tightly packed brick of cheese. When you shred it, you essentially create more space between the cheese pieces. This means you'll need a bigger container for the same weight of shredded cheese compared to the brick form.

For recipes: If a recipe calls for 8 ounces of brick cheese, you'll need to adjust the amount if using shredded cheese. You'll likely need more than 8 ounces of shredded cheese to equal the same amount of brick cheese.