Is Moldy Cheese Safe?
Cheese is one of the few foods that can be salvaged if it has a
bit of mold on it. Just because it looks bad, doesn't mean it is.
After all, some of us pay big money for quality, moldy cheese.
Since cheese is a solid, and not liquid food, simply cut away
the bit of mold and use the rest.
To keep some cheeses such as Cheddar fresher, spread a thin
layer of butter on the surface. It will retain its moisture and
flavor much better.
(This tip compliments of Kevin Wagner at http://www.cooking-solutions.com.)