| THE GOODNESS OF GOAT CHEESE |
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- Goat cheese, also called chêvre, can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. When goat cheese begins to get old, you can lengthen its shelf life by placing it in a small bowl and covering with a few tablespoons of olive oil. The oil will keep it moist and fresh; as well add an intriguing flavor to the cheese.
- Unless you want to crumble it over salad, always remove cheese from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving to achieve the right temperature and consistency. Goat cheese will soften enough to be spreadable.
- When you want to cut a goat cheese log into discs, use a knife dipped into hot water; the heat helps cut through the moist cheese so it doesn’t fall apart.
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| JOIE DE BRIE |
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- Most Brie found in supermarkets and gourmet food shops is already ripe and, when cut, should be almost runny and oozing.
- Always remove cheese from the refrigerator about 30 minutes to one hour before serving. Like a fine wine, Brie should be served at room temperature in order for the full flavors to be revealed.
- Brie can be served by the wedge or by the wheel (for larger gatherings) with the rind intact. A wheel should be cut like a cake; a wedge should be cut in slices lengthwise, not across it. A small cheese knife can be used to cut the Brie; if the Brie is especially runny, dip the cheese knife in hot water, so the cheese won't stick to it.
- Brie is perishable and, depending on how ripe it is when you buy it, should be used within one to two weeks.
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