How to preserve the cheese

The cheese has a limited conservation and, if not consumed within the set limit, you can start to break down. However , there are some very effective conservation techniques that allow us to keep the cheese in good condition for longer. Conservation forms depending on the type of cheese.

Fresh cheeses are those that take less damaged. Therefore, we recommend that once opened and removed from its packaging the us book in a lunchbox or any container with a lid. In the bottom of it, we will put 4 layers of absorbent paper, such as cooking, to absorb the liquid release the cheese. You need to change the paper every day to avoid bad smells.

Soft cheeses that come in packages or boxes are preserved much better in the original container . Once opened, you should cover the cut side with plastic wrap, keep the cheese in its box and store it in the refrigerator. For soft cheeses do not come in boxes or containers with closure, it is best to place them on a cookie porexpan. It is very important not to mix the cheese and conserves individually. Thus, soft cheese placed on the tray and cover it completely with plastic wrap. Enter it in the refrigerator. In general, this kind of cheeses usually have a pretty strong smell that can permeate all our fridge, so that to avoid this, you enter the laminated tray in a covered container.

Hard or semi-hard cheeses, regardless of whether they are tender, semi-cured or should be kept wrapped in plastic once started. But you do not cover all the cheese. You only have to cover with plastic wrap, cut side, as if completely wrap the cheese you can not breathe. Aside on the bottom of the refrigerator or in a drawer, removed from the freezer.

TEMPERATURE:

Soft cheeses require a temperature of between -3 to -7 and kept in perfect condition, while hard require between 7 and 12 ° C. That is why the latter must book them in the bottom of the refrigerator, away from the freezer, where the temperature is higher. Another way to keep the cheese is cured and semi-virgin olive oil. We can take a container, fill it with olive oil, keep the cheese inside and, if you like, add herbs like thyme, bay leaf and rosemary.

BEFORE EATING:

To maintain their texture and flavor when consuming the cheese should be at room temperature. Therefore, it is desirable to remove them from the refrigerator 1 hour before eating. It is possible that the cut present a thin layer of mold if takes a long time or has hardened . Do not worry about it, just cut it off . The rest will be in perfect condition.

Of course , do not forget to check the expiration date to consume within . And after these tips, we can only say...

Bon Appetite!

Cheese, a world of benefits

Cheese is a food that is part of our diet. It almost home where there is no good cheese is not present, but really know what their properties? This product is an important element of a complete and balanced diet, but like everything in life, abuse may have harmful effects on the body.

Experts recommend an intake of approximately 30 grams of cheese per day, an amount that satisfies the dairy and support necessary for the body.

The main feature of cheese (all varieties) is the highest intake of calcium and phosphorus. Thus, a portion of about 100 grams of product equals about 1,000 milligrams of calcium, resulting in overall amount sufficient to meet the daily requirement of this mineral.

Although not always considered as well, cheese is a food that should be consumed in all stages of life. While children can combine their consumption with milk and even increase it to about 40 grams per day, to help the good formation of bones and teeth, adults, who generally tend to take much less milk in the cheese an excellent substitute for the conservation of its skeleton and prevention of bone loss. This is especially important for older people, by the impact that they have osteoporosis and increased risk of bone fractures.

PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Pregnant women are also in the cheese a good ally to cover the increased requirement for calcium that occurs throughout pregnancy and during lactation. The cheese also is a food that contains high quality protein. As, for example, in the case of red meat, the protein contribution helps form, repair and maintain the various body tissues.

Thus, for example, 100 grams of Parmesan there until 40 grams of protein. In the same amount of curing Manchego cheese, about 36 grams, and the blue cheese, about 21 grams of media. It should be noted that people who already eat a lot of red meat and fat intake should be limited more cheese , as already largely covered their protein needs and not appropriate for them to add new fat to your diet.

As for vitamins, in cheese are those of group A, D, B12 and B2, which, among other properties, protect against infections, skin care, help improve healing and also promote the smooth operation of nervous system.

ANIMAL FATS

Regarding the fat that gives the cheese, it is important to note that these are of animal origin, meaning they are saturated and excessive consumption is discouraged because it favors the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases and overweight or obesity.

However, the healthiest choice is preferably choose low-fat fromage frais, precisely because of its lower fat content. This advice applies to both adults and children, as this cheese only see changed its fat and retain, however, vitamins and minerals. In Prestes have three types of fresh cheeses. Natural, Pepper and fine herbs.

The people with lactose intolerance or allergy also have to take extra care with cheese, removing even the diet if necessary or at least restricting their consumption by taking only those that your body can tolerate without generating some reaction adverse . In the case of our cheeses , all except the Azul, with less than 0,001 lactose, which is indicated by the Spanish legislation to label 'Without Lactose'.