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Tips & Guides

Surprising Cheese Facts You Didn’t Know

by Emma

Did you know that cheese has been around for over 8,000 years? Or that there are over 2,000 types of cheeses recognized worldwide? Have you ever bitten into a slice …

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7 Best Gifts for Cheese Lovers in Your Life

by Emma

Surprise the Cheese Addict in Your Life with These Amazing Gifts Cheese is one of life’s great pleasures, and it can bring joy to any occasion. Whether you’re looking for …

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What Does Cottage Cheese Taste Like?

What Does Cottage Cheese Taste Like?

by Emma

Ah, cottage cheese. It is the unsung hero of the cheese world, it definitely doesn’t get the deliciously delightful status that it deserves. This is probably just because it’s not …

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Categories Cottage Cheese, Tips & Guides
How Long Can Cream Cheese Sit Out

How Long Can Cream Cheese Sit Out?

by Emma

Cream cheese is a really popular type of spread for two key reasons. For one thing, it’s got a lovely sour and salty base taste, with specific flavors available to …

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Categories Cream Cheese, Tips & Guides
How Long Can Cheese Sit Out?

How Long Can Cheese Sit Out?

by Emma

Cheese might be one of the most popular food items in the world. This dairy product can be eaten on its own, added to recipes, or simply sprinkled on top …

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What Kind Of Cheese Does Chipotle Use?

What Kind Of Cheese Does Chipotle Use?

by Emma

Chipotle is one of the most popular fast food chains in the United States, with their delicious menu of Mexican foods such as tacos, Mission burritos, and bowls. Cheese is …

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What Kind of Cheese is Babybel?

What Kind of Cheese is Babybel?

by Emma

The humble mini Babybel takes us back to our childhood packed lunches. These delicious, individually wrapped cheeses first hit the shelves in 1977, and since their inception, they’ve delighted cheese …

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Why Does Swiss Cheese Have Holes?

Why Does Swiss Cheese Have Holes?

by Emma

Thanks to those signature holes, Swiss cheese is perhaps the most recognizable of all the cheeses, and it’s darn right delicious too! But if you’re anything like me, you can’t …

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Categories Swiss, Tips & Guides
Is Cheese Gluten Free?

Is Cheese Gluten Free?

by Emma

Finding out that you need to switch to a gluten-free diet can be a pretty troubling experience. So many tasty meals, snacks, and even drinks can be snatched away from …

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Can You Freeze Cottage Cheese?

by Emma

Cottage cheese can be a really handy ingredient to have around the house, because it works with so many different dishes. For example, cottage cheese is great for salads, topping …

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