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The base of great Italian food is the quality of its ingredients. It is the simple combination of fresh fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine, and of course great cheeses. This assortment offers an introduction to Italy's most famous staple cheeses that are essential to creating a good Italian meal. All of these cheeses are fantastic on their own but also add that special dimension to everything from pastas to risottos, to gratins, vegetable dishes, and salads. Their unique characters are a pleasure for the the palate to explore.

Pecorino Romano is made from sheep's milk and aged over a year. Hard and dense, it is salty and tangy with a sharp spicy finish. Excellent shaved or grated. (1/2 lb.)
Provolone Piccante 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 is made from raw cow's milk and aged for over 18 months. Full flavored and nutty with a wonderful grainy texture. Serve grated or shaved. Don't forget to save the rind for stocks and sauces! (1/2 lb.)
Grana Padano Stravecchio Oro del Tempo is made from raw cow's and aged for over 22 months. Similar to Parmigiano Reggiano, it has an aged grainy texture, and nutty flavor. It has an amazing depth of flavor with sweet, fruity undertones. Use the same way as you use Parmigiano Reggiano, but note the difference in flavors! (1/2 lb.)
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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 5 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Flavorful(4)

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre(3), Salads(4)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(3)

Excellent assortment, as promised.

By Okayterr

from Shelton, CT on 1/9/2008

Pros:

Perfect

Best Uses:

With meals

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses):

This assortment was purchased as a gift my my two sisters-in-law and brother-in-law. He was born in Italy and the women were raised in the typical Italian household. This gift was an excellent choice for them and their lifestyle because they host their family at large Sunday dinners and it was a terrific addition to their menu.

Yummy

By Remus131 from Virginia on 1/6/2008

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

Melted, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses):

We have used these cheeses in various dishes created at home. Each of them has given the dish a wonderful flavor. Better than anything I have found in the local grocery store.

Great Cheese Lovers Gift!

By Sherry from CHarlotte, NC on 1/4/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

Bread, crackers, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Lover, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses):

Great product. Would definitely buy from again.

A re-buy cheeese

By MAB

from Culver City,Ca on 11/14/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Food adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses):

It had a provolone consistency.

Excellent cheese

By Anita

from Jackson, TN on 5/17/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Grating over everything, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses):

So much better than anything I have bought in stores. It is wonderful just to munch on, something I never thought I would say about this type of cheese.

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