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Get ready to celebrate National Moldy Cheese Day on Oct. 9 and explore the tasty world of aged cheese! For centuries, cheese has been aged in order to bring out its flavors, textures and aromas. While some cheeses are only meant to be consumed fresh, others can be left for up to two years or more until they reach their peak flavor profile. On this day we honor these delicious cheeses that have been allowed time to develop a rind of mold on them - perfect for adding an extra layer of richness and complexity!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>8000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cheese Making Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>Evidence shows that cheesemaking had begun as early as 8000 BC around the time when sheep were first domesticated.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>79 AD</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cheesemaking in Ancient Rome</div><div class='timeline-text'>A Roman cookbook from first century AD contains recipes which involved the use of cheese.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>15th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stilton Cheese Developed</div><div class='timeline-text'>Stilton, known as the "king of English cheese," began production in the 15th Century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>17th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Development of Roquefort Cheese</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French Roquefort, one of the most famous blue cheeses, was first recognized by Charles VI of France in the 17th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bleu des Causses Granted AOC</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bleu des Causses, a French blue cheese, achieved AOC designation in 1955.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Moldy Cheese Day Celebrated</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Moldy Cheese day began to be celebrated to honor the culinary importance and diverse flavors of moldy cheeses.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Enjoy a moldy cheese plate</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a plate of different types of moldy cheeses and enjoy them with some crackers, nuts, olives, grapes, and your favorite wine. Allow the flavors to come alive as you take in all the different textures and aromas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a moldy cheese omelette</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Beat two eggs until they are light and fluffy then add in some diced mushrooms, onions, and pieces of moldy cheese. Cook on low heat until the cheese has melted and serve with a side salad for a delicious breakfast or dinner.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat moldy cheese fondue</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grate some old cheeses (cheddar, mozzarella, gouda) into a bowl and melt in the microwave. Serve it with cubes of bread or vegetables and let everyone dip away!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a moldy cheese pizza</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Combine pieces of various types of moldy cheese with tomato sauce and top it off with pepperoni slices for an easy yet delicious dinner!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a moldy cheese party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for an evening of celebrating National Moldy Cheese Day! Ask each guest to bring their favorite type of moldy cheese along with crackers and other accompaniments. Enjoy all the different flavors while catching up with friends.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moldy cheese has a unique flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Moldy cheese is not your ordinary cheese - it has a distinct, earthy taste that can be surprisingly delicious. With its strong aroma and funkiness, moldy cheese packs a big flavor punch for only a small amount. Plus, because it's so pungent, you only need to use a little bit to give your dishes an intense flavor boost.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moldy cheese has health benefits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Moldy cheeses are high in probiotics which can help the digestive system function properly, as well as support immunity and reduce inflammation. Eating these types of cheeses on a regular basis has been linked to improved skin health, increase in energy, and better overall health!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moldy cheese is perfect for cooking</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Moldy cheeses are amazing for adding depth and flavor to recipes like macaroni and cheese or pizza. The flavor of the mold will melt into whatever you're making, giving it a unique character no other ingredient can provide. They also add a powerful umami flavor which makes food more delicious!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheese can be aged for even decades</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some types of cheese, like the famous Parmigiano-Reggiano, can be aged for up to 10 years or even more, the slow aging process allowing the flavors to deepen significantly over time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheese was preserved in caves in the early days</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the past, the best place to mature and store cheese was in caves due to their high humidity and constant cool temperatures.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mold can introduce unique colors to cheese</h3><p class='facts-content'>The mold in cheeses like blue cheese and Roquefort gives the cheese its characteristic bluish-green patterns, enhancing not just the flavor but also the visual appeal.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Scientists are exploring new flavors with new molds</h3><p class='facts-content'>Cheese researchers are continually cultivating new varieties of mold to produce unique flavors and textures in cheese.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Certain Moldy Cheeses are Protected by Law</h3><p class='facts-content'>Cheeses like Roquefort, Stilton, and Gorgonzola have Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status in the European Union, meaning they can only be produced in specific regions using traditional methods.</p></div></div>
National Moldy Cheese Day is celebrated on October 9 every year. In 2024, National Moldy Cheese Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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