Ah, Swiss cheese. It’s the creamy, unrivaled taste which makes it a must-have in any kitchen. But what do you do when you have a block of Swiss cheese that may have gone bad? This article will provide you the answers you need to make sure you’re not serving rotten cheese.
Bad Swiss cheese isn’t pretty: it smells pungent, and tastes even worse – a real tongue-tickler, if you know what we mean. While most cheeses have a naturally tangy flavor, pungent smelling cheese should be a clear sign that something has gone awry. If you spot any discolored patches on your cheese (they can range from dark green to orange or grey), that’s also a sign that something is amiss.Another sign of bad Swiss cheese is if it’s slimy or sticky to the touch. When you cut it open, it should not leave a visible residue on the blade. If it does, this means your cheese is starting to turn. Unusual colors and texture – particularly pink, yellow, purple – are a no-go too.
To really make sure your Swiss cheese is safe to eat, use your nose. Bad cheese odors will be potent and pungent. The closer you hold a block of cheese to your nose, the stronger the smell will be. If the smell of the Swiss natural cheese has become too strong or ‘off’, the cheese is likely going bad.
Knowing how to tell if Swiss cheese is bad and avoiding your friends and family from ingesting something which could make them ill is key. And you don’t have to be a Swiss cheese connoisseur to pick up on the signs. A quick sniff or feel is all it takes to know if Switzerland’s finest is still edible or not. Now you’re the expert, so go forth and enjoy the deliciousness of Swiss cheese without fear.