Soft and hard cheeses behave very differently when mold appears. Even mold-made cheeses have limits, and some signs mean that ...

You know what will stop you in your tracks when scrolling through Instagram? A block of moldy cheese. It’s a tragedy to behold — one I’ve witnessed in my own fridge quite a few times after neglecting ...

We’ve all been there: You go to the fridge for a small mid-afternoon charcuterie board, grab your favorite hunk of cheese, and then comes the bad news. It’s moldy. While there are hacks out there to ...

“Cream cheese contains a high amount of moisture, which creates a favorable environment for bacteria and mold to grow,” Collingwood says. “Plus, the soft and creamy texture means it can be easily ...

Why Does Cream Cheese Mold Quickly? Cream cheese has a high moisture content—up to 55%, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, compared to hard cheeses like Parmesan, which can have ...