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Perfectly cut slices of sharp cheddar cheese, ready to top your favorite burgers, sandwiches, or melt into a gooey grilled cheese. Slicing your own cheese from a block ensures better flavor, superior meltability, and avoids the anti-caking agents found in pre-packaged slices.
For the cleanest cuts, place the block of cheese in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This firms up the cheese, preventing it from crumbling or sticking to the knife.
Unwrap the chilled cheese block and place it on a stable cutting board. If using a knife, select a long, thin, non-serrated blade. For a wire slicer, adjust it to your desired thickness, typically around 1/8-inch.
Carefully and firmly press down to cut the block into even slices. Aim for 8 uniform slices from the 8 oz block. If using a knife, use a single, smooth downward motion for each slice rather than a sawing motion.
Use the slices immediately for sandwiches or burgers. To store, place a small square of parchment or wax paper between each slice to prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container or resealable bag in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Perfectly cut slices of sharp cheddar cheese, ready to top your favorite burgers, sandwiches, or melt into a gooey grilled cheese. Slicing your own cheese from a block ensures better flavor, superior meltability, and avoids the anti-caking agents found in pre-packaged slices.
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This method works well with other firm or semi-firm cheeses. Try it with Provolone, Swiss, Monterey Jack, Gouda, or Muenster for different flavors and melting characteristics.
For smaller crackers or appetizers, you can first cut the 8 oz block in half lengthwise to create smaller, square-shaped slices.
Cheddar cheese is rich in calcium, a vital mineral for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth, as well as for proper muscle and nerve function.
Cheese provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and promoting a feeling of fullness.
Aged cheeses like cheddar are a good source of Vitamin K2, which plays a crucial role in directing calcium to the bones and away from arteries, supporting both skeletal and cardiovascular health.
A serving of two slices (approximately 2 oz or 57g) of sharp cheddar cheese contains around 220-240 calories, depending on the specific brand and fat content.
Cheese can be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation. It is an excellent source of calcium and protein but is also high in saturated fat and sodium. Slicing your own from a block is healthier than buying processed cheese slices, as it avoids additives.
Block cheese tastes better and melts more smoothly because it doesn't contain the anti-caking agents (like potato starch or cellulose) that are added to pre-shredded and pre-sliced cheeses to prevent sticking. It's also often more cost-effective.
The best way is to place a small piece of parchment or wax paper between each slice. This prevents them from fusing back together in the cold. Store them in an airtight container or a zip-top bag in your refrigerator's cheese drawer for up to a week.
Yes, you can freeze them, but the texture may become more crumbly upon thawing. It's best for use in cooked dishes where it will be melted. To freeze, separate slices with parchment paper, wrap the stack tightly in plastic wrap, and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.