grabbing a knife, pause for a quick 20-second check. It could save you from making the wrong call.
Look for:
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Multiple mold spots (not great)
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Unusual colors—black, pink, or orange (worse)
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Spreading beyond the obvious patch
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Smell it:
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Sharp cheddar aroma? Fine.
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Sour or ammonia-like odor? That’s your stop sign.
Touch it:
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Still firm? Good.
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Slimy or oddly soft? Not good.
If everything else looks normal, you’re probably safe to trim.
How to Cut It Off (Without Making It Worse)
This is where people mess up—cutting too
