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How Do You Know When Bleu Cheese Goes Bad?
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The thread explores various humorous and anecdotal perspectives on how to determine when bleu cheese has gone bad. Participants share their thoughts, experiences, and playful banter surrounding the topic, often veering into lighthearted commentary.
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- Anecdotal
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Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses uncertainty about how to tell if bleu cheese has gone bad, noting that other cheeses are easier to assess.
- Another participant humorously suggests that bleu cheese "mugs the mayonnaise," adding a comedic visual to the discussion.
- Several users mention that a change in color, such as turning from blue to another hue, could indicate spoilage.
- One participant shares a more serious perspective, explaining that bleu cheese can develop an ammonia flavor when it goes bad.
- Another participant humorously states that they hoped for real answers but instead received funny responses.
- Some participants share personal experiences about forgetting food in the fridge, leading to spoilage, particularly with yogurt and salad.
- One participant notes that bleu cheese becomes very soft and runny when it goes bad.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ significantly, with some participants providing humorous takes while others attempt to offer more serious insights. No clear consensus emerges on a definitive method for determining spoilage.
Contextual Notes
The discussion is characterized by a lighthearted tone, with participants engaging in playful exchanges while sharing their personal experiences related to food spoilage.
Who May Find This Useful
Participants in the consultant community who enjoy cooking or have an interest in food preservation may find the humorous anecdotes and shared experiences relatable.
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chefann said:
You know I'm ROTFLMBO!! Ann, you crack me up!
I have no idea how to answer this question, I guess when it goes bad you would just know.... I'm sure it taste really gross!:yuck: :yuck:
Ann, I thought for sure you were going to give us the real reason, you mean you really don't know!
I'm shocked! 
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While I much more prefer Chef Ann's answer (you crack me up ...) this is what I got off of chowhounds...
"Yes, it goes bad. First, yeah, the "native" mold gets a little out of hand, but then it turns from bleu to rose to jaune and even a bit of l'orange, even.
Like most softer cheese, it can get really disgusting when it goes truly bad - much worse than hard cheese like Cheddar, Emmentaler, etc.
The very first stage of going bad for most blues is for the ammonia flavour and back of the nose taste to get out of hand and overly strong. If you regularly have a particular blue cheese you can tell how far along a given batch is by tasting it before you buy it -- your cheesemonger will expect that, and the one by me will insist you sample any cheese before they'll sell it to you."
"Yes, it goes bad. First, yeah, the "native" mold gets a little out of hand, but then it turns from bleu to rose to jaune and even a bit of l'orange, even.
Like most softer cheese, it can get really disgusting when it goes truly bad - much worse than hard cheese like Cheddar, Emmentaler, etc.The very first stage of going bad for most blues is for the ammonia flavour and back of the nose taste to get out of hand and overly strong. If you regularly have a particular blue cheese you can tell how far along a given batch is by tasting it before you buy it -- your cheesemonger will expect that, and the one by me will insist you sample any cheese before they'll sell it to you."
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The Furry Guy gets upset when I allow things to go bad in the fridge. He'll throw them out, then ask me why I let the ____________ go bad. My answer is almost always, "You didn't throw it out, did you? No! Dang! Now I have to start my experiment all over!" Once he smiles, he can't be mad any longer. Works nearly every time.Now that I think about it, that's kind of sad. I may have to come up with a new response. Lord knows I'm not going to stop letting things spoil in the fridge. 
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it will get very soft and runny when it goes bad.
instead of a guinea pig i have 3 kids and a husband & I forget to feed them the bagged lettuce, it usually stays in the crisper until its no longer identifiable except for the label
I line my crispers with press and seal keeps the bottom of the crisper clean and when its full of rotten fruits and veggies just roll it all up throw it away and put down fresh
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instead of a guinea pig i have 3 kids and a husband & I forget to feed them the bagged lettuce, it usually stays in the crisper until its no longer identifiable except for the label
I line my crispers with press and seal keeps the bottom of the crisper clean and when its full of rotten fruits and veggies just roll it all up throw it away and put down fresh
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Teresa Lynn said:it will get very soft and runny when it goes bad.
instead of a guinea pig i have 3 kids and a husband & I forget to feed them the bagged lettuce, it usually stays in the crisper until its no longer identifiable except for the label
I line my crispers with press and seal keeps the bottom of the crisper clean and when its full of rotten fruits and veggies just roll it all up throw it away and put down fresh
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That's a great tip! Would save having to pull the drawers out, soak 'em and scrub 'em down in the bathtub!
My next fridge will have see-thru drawers... maybe then I'll remember when there's things in them! LOL...
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raebates said:The Furry Guy gets upset when I allow things to go bad in the fridge. He'll throw them out, then ask me why I let the ____________ go bad. My answer is almost always, "You didn't throw it out, did you? No! Dang! Now I have to start my experiment all over!" Once he smiles, he can't be mad any longer. Works nearly every time.
Now that I think about it, that's kind of sad. I may have to come up with a new response. Lord knows I'm not going to stop letting things spoil in the fridge.
As long as it still makes him smile - that response is a good one!
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