- Is crumbled feta as good as block feta?
- It is the same kind of cheese, but the crumbles are drier and saltier than a fresh block. Use crumbles for cold toppings and block feta when you want creaminess or melting.
- How should I store it after opening?
- Keep it refrigerated in its brine and use a clean fork to take out what you need. Drain and replace the brine if it gets cloudy, and use it within about a week after opening.
- Does it melt well?
- Not as smoothly as block feta. It works best crumbled cold over salads, eggs and vegetables rather than baked into dishes where you want a creamy melt.
- Is it very salty?
- It is on the salty side, even for feta. Taste before adding salt to a dish, and rinse the crumbles if you want a milder flavor.
- What can I use it for?
- Salads, grain bowls, omelets, frittatas, roasted vegetables and stuffed peppers. It also works as a topping for soups and flatbreads.
- Is it vegetarian?
- Athenos Traditional Feta is made with pasteurized milk and microbial rennet, so it is suitable for vegetarians. Check the label on the tub you buy in case the recipe has changed.
- Where is the Athenos Crumbled Traditional Feta Cheese cheapest?
- At Sam's Club, for $7.28, as of our latest check.