Description
A guide to storing authentic Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano so it stays fresh, flavorful, and ready to grate over your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
- A wedge of Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmesan
- Plastic wrap or wax paper
- Airtight glass or plastic container
- Refrigerator space (away from strong-smelling foods)
Instructions
- Purchase Parmesan in a wedge instead of pre-grated for maximum freshness.
- Wrap the wedge tightly in plastic wrap or wax paper. For extra protection, place it in an airtight container.
- Store the wedge in the refrigerator, away from strong odors such as onions or garlic.
- If mold appears on the outside, cut it off and continue using the rest of the cheese.
- Refrigerate grated Parmesan and discard the entire container if mold develops.
Notes
- Freshly cut wedges aged 12–18 months last up to 15 days in the fridge; wedges aged 24+ months can last about 1 month.
- Vacuum-packed wedges last several months unopened; once opened, store like fresh wedges.
- Pre-grated Parmesan loses flavor quickly and should be used within a week.
- Freeze Parmesan rinds to use later in soups or stews for extra flavor.
- Vacuum-sealing wedges extends freshness for months.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Storage Guide
- Method: Refrigerated
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz Parmesan
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
