A cheesemonger shares the right way to cut the cheese.

This is especially true when it comes to gooey, funky,Brie.

He’s been a cheesemonger since 1984, and knows his way around a cheese counter.

brie wheel on paper with top trimmed

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There’s an explanation for that.

But if Brie is properly kept, it will not have those flavors," says Hook.

The best way to do that?

Baked brie with pomegranate and pistachios on a white plate

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