orking with Park Cheese.

In this video example, the craftsman used a case cutter to open the package and  is using a double handled knife to do his his cutting.
 

Different ways of cutting Park Cheese Provolone:

How should Park Cheese be stored?

In this video example, the craftsman used a platform wire to do his cutting. Both the methods, platform wire or double handled knife are acceptable methods of cutting ark Cheese Provolone.
 

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Wrapping and handling of Park Cheese:

In this video example, you will notice the proper way of handling and wrapping Park Cheese. Notice the latex gloves worn by the craftsman.
 

Cutting and Presenting Park Cheese Romano:

As with the Park Cheese Provolone, Park Cheese Romano is easy to work with. Using both the double handled knife and the wire cutter, the craftman is able to get the an exact cut every time.
 

There are as many ways to serve Park Cheese as there are types of cheeses. Watch the videos to see the recommended way of cutting and handling the many varieties of Park Cheese. If you have any questions on any specifics to the Park Cheese family, please feel free to contact us.
The videos are a bit large but very informative. Please be patient and allow them time to load.
 

Cheese should be refrigerated at temperatures of 35 to 40°F in the original wrapping until ready to use. Store cheese out of the airflow in the cooler so it doesn’t pick up off-flavors common in all refrigerators. If the original wrap is  removed, rewrap cheese tightly with plastic film wrap or foil to prevent air  pockets. (See video on cheese handling) Once cheese is exposed to air, mold and dehydration may occur. To protect cheese from mold, always work with it in a clean area. It will keep better if rewrapped with new plastic wrap after each time opened. To be extra cautious, double-wrap the cheese or, if possible, place it back in its original container or a sealed container. Strong-smelling cheeses like Limburger should be well-wrapped and kept in a separate container to prevent odors from transferring to other foods.

How long is it safe to keep Park Cheese?
What about mold?

Soft cheeses should be eaten soon after purchasing. As a general rule, the harder the cheese, the longer it will remain fresh. But remember, natural cheese will continue to ripen, no matter how carefully it is stored. Hard cheeses will generally keep for several months, whereas softer cheeses will keep from one to three weeks after opening, if stored in an airtight container. In addition, large pieces of cheese tend to keep longer than shredded cheese.
Process cheese slices are best if used within six months when stored in the original package at a constant 32 °F. Opened packages rewrapped tightly and  stored between 30 °F and 40 °F are best if used within three to four weeks. Frozen packages opened and rewrapped tightly, and stored at 0 °F or below, are best if used within six to eight weeks.
The "best if used by" date is intended to tell you how long the product will  retain best flavor or quality. The term is not a safety date. "Best if used by" dates are intended as useful guidelines. Some foods may deteriorate more quickly and other foods may last longer than the times suggested. A number of factors can shorten the useful life of a food product, such as improper handling and inadequate storage. Food products may be consumed after the "best if used by" date if the product has been properly stored and handled.
Mold may develop on the surface of cheese. Although most molds are harmless, to be safe, cut away a half inch of cheese on all sides of the visible mold. Use remaining cheese as quickly as possible.

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