Some cheese can withstand mold; some cannot.
But occasionally I find a package in the back of the refrigerator bin where something fuzzy has taken over.
So I turned to some experts for advice.
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Molds are microorganisms that generally need oxygen to thrive.
But mold isnt always a problem.
Some cheeses such as blue cheese and Camembert, are made by adding molds.
The mold in these cheeses is edible and doesnt pose a health risk.
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This is for small spots of mold.
If most of the block of cheese is covered, it should be thrown away.
Therefore, it is always a good practice to dispose of a cheese with mold growth, he says.
This is likelyAspergillus niger, a mold that can produce toxins that can make people ill, says Sharma.
Wrap the cheese in wax paper or foil to protect it and help prevent mold growth, suggests Galer.
Vacuum sealing is another option.
Mold needs oxygen to grow, so vacuum sealing can help cheese last even longer.
