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[amyb]

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@foxywoods wrote:

@amyb  Have you tried using a package or 2 of mozzarella slices? I find one 8 ozpckg will work when I male eggplant parm. I just cut it into thin strips. I do that with flatbread pizzas i Make sometimes because we have no decent take-out pizza in my area. You could usue 2 pkgs for more cheesey lasagna

I like to use the real deal mozz but its so soft. Maybe try freezing first?

I avoid buying shredded cheeses. The cellulose is off-putting and they add Natamycin to stave off mold development.  I get bad gut reaction from the natamycin.

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That's an idea, but only "sliced mozzarella" I recall ever buying, for like an anti-pasta type plate, or like for Caprese salads in summer...but that also is fresh and soft consistancy.

I agree with you on all the additives in the shredded cheese. Except for the Christmas Lasagna, I've stopped keeping it in the house and using it on other things, like I used to. 

I'll check into alternatives. Tks for the input and ideas!

[amyb]

@foxywoods 

Google says: "Yes you can shred your own mozzarella for lasagna; it tastes better, melts better (no anti-caking agents!) and saves money, w/ tips like chilling the cheese in the freezer for 15-30 mins or using a food prrocessor making it super easy to grate. While pre[shredded is convenient, grating blocks of low-moisture or fresh mozzarella yourself yields superior flavor & texture for that perfect cheesy pull."

I think I will try this, this year. Not to waste it, I may just put some of the bag I haven't opened yet, so it doesn't go to waste. But will mix in and mostly use the fresh.

[Kachina624]

@JeanLouiseFinch.  The expiration date on the affected cheese was March 2025.  Isn't it nice they've advised us in December?  Unless in a freezer, itv has most certainly already been consumed.

[JeanLouiseFinch]

Oh boy, LOL, @Kachina624 

I didn't see any expiration dates.  

[Kachina624]

@JeanLouiseFinch.  I've heard umpteen TV  news reports on this recall and it was always mentioned.

[loriqvc]

Actually, the sell-by dates for the affected shredded cheese are between January and March 2026. The recall was initiated in October and formally posted in December. Here's a Consumer Reports article with further details:

consumerreports.org/health/food-recalls/shredded-cheese-recall-a1396345250/

[JeanLouiseFinch]

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@loriqvc wrote:

Actually, the sell-by dates for the affected shredded cheese are between January and March 2026. The recall was initiated in October and formally posted in December. Here's a Consumer Reports article with further details:

consumerreports.org/health/food-recalls/shredded-cheese-recall-a1396345250/

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Thanks for the clarification @loriqvc 

[foxywoods]

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@amyb wrote:

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@foxywoods wrote:

@amyb  Have you tried using a package or 2 of mozzarella slices? I find one 8 ozpckg will work when I male eggplant parm. I just cut it into thin strips. I do that with flatbread pizzas i Make sometimes because we have no decent take-out pizza in my area. You could usue 2 pkgs for more cheesey lasagna

I like to use the real deal mozz but its so soft. Maybe try freezing first?

I avoid buying shredded cheeses. The cellulose is off-putting and they add Natamycin to stave off mold development.  I get bad gut reaction from the natamycin.

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That's an idea, but only "sliced mozzarella" I recall ever buying, for like an anti-pasta type plate, or like for Caprese salads in summer...but that also is fresh and soft consistancy.

I agree with you on all the additives in the shredded cheese. Except for the Christmas Lasagna, I've stopped keeping it in the house and using it on other things, like I used to. 

I'll check into alternatives. Tks for the input and ideas!

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@amyb  the sliced mozz versions are made by Cabot and Tillamook.I get them at Stop&Shop. ALDI has it too.Happy Farms

[beckyb1012]

Thanks I need to check my one unopened bag at home.  I see my Brookshire's on the list.