Feta Cheese Shelf Life in the Outdoors It’s not recommended to store feta at room temperature, as is the case with most cheeses. It can start to grow harmful bacteria if left out. You should not eat feta cheese that has been out in the open for more than six hours.

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How long can feta cheese stay unrefrigerated?

Keeping cheese out for more than four hours can lead to bacterial growth or spoilage, according to Adam Brock, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin’s director of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

How do you know if feta cheese has gone bad?

What to look for when Feta Cheese has gone badRefrigerated feta cheese is prone to drying out. It should not be consumed once it is dry, hard, and grittier. The texture and taste will be unpleasant, even if it is still safe to eat.

Can bad feta make you sick?

Toxic effects may result if you consume feta that has passed its expiration date. Listeria food poisoning can occur if you eat an excessive amount of the product. Listeria monocytogenes bacteria-tainted foods usually result in this type of food poisoning.

How long can cheese last outside the fridge?

To be safe, cheese can be left out at room temperature for anywhere between four and eight hours, depending on the type. Food safety experts at Clemson University’s Cooperative Extension say that soft cheeses like Brie and Camembert can be left out at room temperature for up to four hours.

Is mold on feta cheese harmful?

Although moldy cheese can still be dangerous, it is important to know which types to eat. It is safe to eat the blue and soft-ripened cheeses that are made with specific molds. The exception is soft, shredded, sliced, or crumbled varieties, which you should throw away as soon as they appear to have developed a mold problem.