I’d like to start a new kind of blog post: the quick tip! This will apply to any simple hint that has helped me out in my many endeavors. This one is food related. And now, the tip!

If you want to shred a soft cheese (or another similar substance that break easily), freeze it first, at least partially. The cold will firm it up so that it doesn’t tear before it shreds. Different freeze times might work better for different cheeses, so give it a shot. Experiment! And don’t forget, don’t be scared to mess things up! You won’t learn any other way.