When it comes to making cheese, mold is a necessity for some. Mold plays a crucial part in the cheesemaking process. But it’s tricky for the common cheese consumer to decipher when the mold is safe ...

Home canning is a popular way to preserve the freshness of homegrown food. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says that when done correctly, home food preservation also can save ...

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 ...

Editor’s Note (5/16/24): Starting in late March the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that avian influenza was spreading among dairy cows. In April the Food and Drug Administration confirmed ...

Cheeses such as Stilton and Camembert contain species of mold that are safe for humans to eat. Why? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...