What to do with this big arse block of cheese?

What kind of cheese is it?

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what kind of cheese is it.

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Wisconsins Finest brand. Mild cheddar cheese split midget.

Cut it into smaller pieces and freeze for future use.

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does all cheese freeze well?

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Most of your harder cheddar/colby-jack types freeze just fine. Back at the beginning of quarantine or whatever we're calling it now, the wife had placed a Walmart grocery pickup order. She added a 1 lb block of Colby-Jack to her cart. They were out, so they subbed a 4 lb block instead, at the 1 lb price. This was a massive log of cheese. I immediately cut it in quarters, and froze three 1 lb sections in individual bags. I think it lasted us about 2 months. Just grabbed one out of my chest freezer when the block was getting low, and let it thaw out in the fridge. I use it mainly to cook with, either slicing it for grilled cheese or burgers, or shredding it to add to eggs/grits/casseroles. Never really noticed a change in texture, but I wasn't just slicing it to put on crackers or eating it plain.

Has anyone done cheese on a smoker before?

You're gonna need a big ol summer sausage and several boxes of Ritz for dat dere cheese.

If you're gonna cut it up and freeze, suggest you slice it so the rind stays with what you plan to freeze as much as possible.

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Rat does all cheese freeze well?
Does it change the texture?

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I have never had any ill effects from any cheese I've frozen. Never tried something like brie or something.


I'm a rat - you can trust me.

Beware of strangers bearing cheese.

I smoke a lot of cheese. Several different types. Do a cold smoke (no heat) maximum time 4 hrs. and that's pushing it. After the smoke and let cheese sit at room temp. for 24hrs. Then wrap in plastic wrap for at least two weeks before using. I vacuum seal and store in fridge for later use. I have some over a year old...I do not freeze it. Makes great gifts.

Mac and Cheese
Nachos
Quesadillas

Time to practice making morney sauce.