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USDA guidelines
cheese storage
dairy shelf life
food safety
moldy cheese
moldy cheese
Can you cut mold off cheese and still eat it?
USDA guidance says you can save a hard cheese like cheddar or parmesan by cutting off at least 1 inch around and below a mold spot, but soft cheeses like Brie and cottage cheese have to be thrown out entirely. That's the exact rule, along with how long cheese actually lasts in the fridge and freezer
Nora Ellison · Jul 31, 2026 · 7 min read