How to Store Cheddar Cheese Without Refrigeration
Modern consumers are accustomed to thinking of cheese as something that's kept in the refrigerator, but, of course, it always hasn't been so. Refrigeration only became universal in the postwar years. Until that time, a cool pantry or storage room was the usual place for cheese to be held. Cheddar lends itself well to unrefrigerated storage when necessary.
Things You'll Need
- White vinegar
- Cheesecloth
- Cheese paper, butcher's paper, parchment or wax paper
- Tape
Instructions
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Wash the cut surfaces of the cheese with white vinegar and allow it to stand until dry.
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Soak a length of cheesecloth in white vinegar, then wring it carefully until just damp. Wrap the cheese in the cheesecloth.
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Lay the wrapped cheese on a sheet of cheese paper, butcher's paper, parchment or wax paper. Fold the paper so the cheese is enclosed by at least two layers of paper. Tape the paper shut.
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Store the cheese in a cool, dark place, or bring it along with you if you are traveling. Try to keep the cheese away from sources of heat and direct sunshine.
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