Formaggio del Cucina

Size 2 Pounds. The quality of its ingredients has always been the hallmark of great Italian food. Each region has its specialties, whether it is fresh fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine or great cheeses. This assortment offers an introduction to Italy's most famous regional cheeses that are essential to creating Italian dishes. All of these cheeses are fantastic on their own but also add that special dimension to everything from pastas to risottos, gratins, vegetable dishes, soups and salads. Their unique characteristics are a pleasure for the curious palate to explore. Pecorino Romano : This hard cheese is made from sheep's milk and aged over a year. It is salty and tangy with a sharp, spicy finish. Excellent shaved or grated. (1/2 lb.) Provolone Piccante : This outstanding cheese is mozzarella's older brother. Aged over nine months and made from cow's milk, it is sharp and spicy with a smooth finish. Perfect thinly sliced and melted. (1/2 lb.) Parmigiano-Reggiano : One of the truly great ‘kings’ of cheese, it is made from raw cow's milk and aged for over 18 months. The cheese is full flavored and nutty with a wonderful grainy texture. It is also great as an eating cheese drizzled with chestnut honey. Serve in pieces, grated or shaved. The rind is perfect to add to stocks, sauces and minestrone! (1/2 lb.) Grana Padano Stravecchio Oro del Tempo : This cheese made from raw cow's milk is aged for over 22 months. Similar to Parmigiano-Reggiano, it has a grainy texture, and nutty flavor. It has an amazing depth of flavor with sweet, fruity undertones. Use in the same manner as you would Parmigiano-Reggiano, but note the difference in flavors. (1/2 lb.) $28.99 Quantity: All our perishable Cheeses & Meats are shipped Monday-Thursday only, separately from the rest of your order by UPS Next Day service ($12.99 plus 25¢ per lb. of perishables in your order). • Sign in to add to your wish list. • Submit Your Rating/Review