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Here's the list of frequently made mistakes when using cheese. We were surprised by many of these, but now that we see the explanations they make perfect sense!

You store it improperly

Cheese absorbs odor and flavors, which means if it's sitting in your fridge, it's soaking up the smell and taste of whatever else you have stored in there. Remove the plastic or cellophane it came in and wrap it in cheese paper instead, followed by a zippered plastic bag.

You serve and eat it at the wrong temperature

Cheese tastes best when it's served at a temperature somewhere between cold and warm, and definitely should never be eaten cold.

You buy pre-cut cheese

Cheese is fresher and tastes better when it's just been cut, as opposed to being cut and then stored in plastic, the way you get much of your cheese at the supermarket.

You're afraid of price tags

Some of the best cheeses have exorbitant price tags, but you don't have to buy a lot. Instead, buy just a small amount that you can afford, which allows you to sample some of the world's finest cheeses.

You only buy processed cheese

Processed cheese contains oil and other ingredients that aren't good for you, whereas cheese that isn't processed is rich in Omega-3s and other ingredients that can give your health a boost.

You fear stinky cheese

The pungent smell of high-end cheeses may cause you to stay far, far away from them, but you're missing out on some incredible flavor. Start with cheese that has a milder aroma and work your way to those with stronger scents.

You botch your pairings

Instead of randomly pairing cheese and wine, ask for help from a professional, either in person or by doing some quick research online.

You buy too much

Most people eat just a small amount of cheese in a sitting, so instead of risking it going bad, buy less at a time and make more trips to the cheese market or grocery store so you can enjoy fresh cheese every time.

You're intimidated by it

If you really want to experience all cheese has to offer, go to a cheese shop, where you'll find infinite varieties and benefit from the knowledge of the experts who work there. Many people, however, feel intimidated by having so many choices and stick to what they know. Feel free to explore!

You don't try new cheeses

Sure, we all have our favorite cheese, but there are so many kinds to try!

You cut it wrong

How you slice your cheese has a major impact on its flavor. For best results, cut from the rind to the tip.

You Learn Something Every Day Right?!

We didn't know eating cheese could be so complicated, but now that we've learned these tips we're looking forward to enjoying cheese even more.

Bon Appetit!

Article Source: Thrillist

https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/good-cheese-11-things-youre-doing-wrong-with-cheese/food-and-drink