What is the Science Behind Brie? As you may know, Brie should have a soft, almost fluffy white rind, so if it turns brown, it could indicate an issue. Before addressing the cause of this browning, let’s first explore the reason behind Brie’s white color. Interestingly, the rind is made up of mold that has … Read more
America’s Cheese Crackdown: The Tale of Banned Brie Brie is not illegal in the US, but there’s a restriction on importing Brie made from unpasteurized milk unless aged over 60 days, due to health risks. Pasteurized Brie is legal and widely available. This regulation aims to protect consumers from potential bacteria in raw milk. Is … Read more
What Causes Brie to Taste Like Blue Cheese? Brie and blue cheese are made in different ways, with different cultures and different periods of aging. So, if one tastes like the other, then you know something has gone wrong somewhere in the process! And, if brie tastes like blue cheese, and it’s not one of … Read more
Why Does Brie Smell? Brie, much like other cheeses, does have its peculiar smell. If you typically buy your cheese from the supermarket, it will perhaps be not as strong and have a buttery, earthy smell. But many people would argue that this is not true brie, as found in France. It will have been pasteurized to … Read more
What Does Brie Look Like? If you are not too familiar with brie, you may have seen it and wondered if it was supposed to look furry. Its appearance can be a bit off-putting and weird. But don’t be alarmed, this is completely normal, and brie is created to be fuzzy! Speaking personally, it’s one … Read more
Is It Okay to Eat the Rind of Brie? Brie is undoubtedly a delicious, creamy French cheese, but it does divide opinions when it comes to eating the rind. I enjoy it, but I know others remove it, perhaps without having tried it! Let’s find out what the rind is made from, and see if … Read more