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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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