I just got home from the store and opened this expensive block of cheddar to make dinner. There is a small spot of green fuzz on the corner, but the rest of the block looks completely fine. Do I just

on the side of caution and discard it. Your health and peace of mind are worth more than the cost of a block of cheese.

Trust your instincts and remember that guidelines are just that—guidelines. They provide a framework for decision-making, but you know your comfort level and tolerance for risk better than anyone else. When in doubt, it’s always safer to choose the option that you feel most comfortable with.