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Cheese of Italy

Profiles of Italian Cheeses
Italian Cheese Pecorino Romano
A hard cheese to grate over pasta and less-expensive substitute for Parmigiano-Reggiano
Italian Cheese Asiago
Typically blended with other cheeses, Asiago rarely gets to be the star - this is too bad, because it's a delicious cheese
Italian Cheese Mozzarella
I've yet to meet anyone who doesn't like mozzarella. Soft, creamy, mild and versatile...what is there not to love?
Italian Cheese Rocchetta
Italian Cheese Rocchetta
Italian Cheese Piave
Sweet and savory - slightly similar to Parmigiano-Reggiano
Italian Cheese Brunet
Soft, pasteurized goat cheese with attitude
Italian Cheese Fontina D'Aosta
Mild and good for cooking
Italian Cheese Sottocenere
Decadent and aromatic
Italian Cheese Provolone Picante
A flavorful cheese for cooking
Italian Cheese Roasted Ricotta Salata
Italian Cheese Roasted Ricotta Salata
Italian Cheese Gorgonzola
Italy's famous blue
Italian Cheese Pecorino Ginepro
Rubbed down with balsamic vinegar and juniper berries
Italian Cheese Parmigiano-Reggiano
Often called the King of Italian Cheeses
The Regions of Italy
Wherever you travel in Italy you will find different types of cheeses used in recipes. These cheeses are tied to the land, wine, and culinary traditions of each region.

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