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(based on 25 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Italy

Provolone is a northern Italian cheese that can be thought of as Mozzarella's older brother. Take some Mozzarella, form it into your favorite shape, and rub it down with brine, bind it with rope and hang it from the ceiling for a few months and Voila! - you have just made Provolone. There are two varieties of Provolone. Dolce (meaning sweet) is the mild version and Piccante (meaning sharp) is its spicy, more aged counterpart. We love this Piccante version, which is rarely available in the U.S .and much more interesting than the mild Provolone most Americans have come to know. One of the great sandwich cheeses, Provolone Piccante is also an excellent melting cheese that is perfect in omelettes or atop a toasted baguette.

Made from unpasteurized cow's milk; aged over nine months.
Photo depicts whole 66 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.

More information for the Provolone Piccante

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 25 reviews)

96% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Complex(3), Creamy(4), Firm(9), Flavorful(17), Nutty(3)

Best Uses:

After dinner(7), Hors d'oeuvre(17), Melted(8), Salads(11), Sandwiches(13)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(13), Frequent diner(7), Health conscious(4)

Very good

By Joe M. from Jacksonville, Florida on 1/28/2010

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Pros:

Complex, Creamy, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

Very good and rich tasting provolone that I would buy again.

Too mild

By Cheesy from Chcago suburbs on 11/12/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Creamy, Firm

Cons:

Bland

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This provolone was not piccante. It had no spicy flavor and very little flavor at all.

Wow!

By Marge

from Falcon CO on 6/7/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

Something a little out of the ordinary - at least in my area.

Great discovery

By cheese freak

from Ellettsville, IN on 4/19/2009

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Pros:

Complex, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This provolone makes your tongue do the happy dance. It's tangy and sharp, but in a gotta have more way. Fantastic with a sandwich of roasted chicken, fresh spinach and tomato on a nice toothy multigrain bread and a nice chilled dry white.

A real family favorite!

By Sue the Catalog Queen

from Swainsboro, GA on 3/6/2009

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Pros:

Flavorful, Nutty

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is the cheese that disappears the fastest in my house. I use it in salads, with pepperoni as an appetizer and on so many foods to add a great flavor. Really a great cheese.

Okay

By Lisa

from Jacksonville, FL on 12/29/2008

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Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Nutty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This cheese was not what I was expecting (never tried fresh provolone before) - it was okay. Nothing was wrong with the cheese.

This is one you have got to try!

By Debbie the Nurse from Bucks County, PA on 12/20/2008

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Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is the best provolone I have tasted in quite a while. The pound I purchased barely lasted a few days. The aroma and taste were too tempting to resist. No aftertaste and just the right amount of texture and flavor. Absolutely a wonderful accompaniment for a glass of Cabernet. If you like a strong flavored, smooth cheese, you will love this one.

Great Provolone

By J

from Stuart, FL on 2/2/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Gourmet

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is simply a great tasting provolone. flavorful and rich with all the characteristics that you would expect from a fine provolone.

A Bounty of Flavor

By J

from Stuart, FL on 1/20/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent

Cons:

Dry

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Gourmet

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This cheese is one of the most flavorful Provolones I have ever sampled. While I found it slightly dry, I enjoyed it immensely by itself, on sandwiches and I even used it on stuffed peppers. It was a winner each time.

This cheese calls out for another bite.

By MAB

from Culver City, Ca. on 1/10/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Fine food lover

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

One slice leads to another. Starts out salty then mellows out.

Excellent - just excellent!

By Colli from Harrisville, NH on 12/26/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Ultra Sharp

Cons:

There are no cons

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is probably the best sharp Italian Provolone in the world. Once you taste it, you will never settle for less. The subtle sharpness sneaks up on you to thrill your taste-buds.

awesome cheese

By geo from redding caifornia on 11/4/2007

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

I have used these cheese for a long time and now have all my friends and family hooked on it. Everytime they come to my house they ask for the cheese to be brought out

Oh my God!!! Wonderful Provolone

By Fred from Las Vegas, NV on 10/30/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Flavorful, Pungent, Smooth, Tasty

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

It made the best grilled cheese I have ever had. Thick white bread and a smear of pesto sauce. I was hesitant to eat it because then it would be gone. It was great on a hamburger. This is the best Provolone I have ever had. [...]

Okay

By Ed from Nags Head, NC on 10/16/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Sharp, Smooth

Cons:

Not authentic Italian, Not greasy enough, Not hard enough, Where are the striations

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Nice snack

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is so smooth it seems mass processed. I am looking for the cheeses of my boyhood, especially the sharp provolone that burned the top of my mouth with its pungent oils, hardness and striations. This cheese was very tasty and I would buy it again, but it still isn't what I am looking for in my provolone.

Fabulous!

By Dawn the Sharp Cheese Lover

from New Milford, CT on 8/24/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

I loved this product. My taste buds puckered just right when I bit into this deliciously sharp cheese. It is NOT like the provolone you buy at the deli! In fact, it is a completely different cheese. It is hard enough to slice or grate, yet it has a smooth and somewhat "creamy" texture. I haven't tried melting it, but I would imagine it would be great melted on a roastbeef sandwich or just a nice thick piece of roastbeef. I would recommend it for salads, too. Or pasta!

One of my top five cheeses!

By JanofPA

from New Cumberland, PA on 8/12/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Sharp, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

I love this cheese. I use it in egg dishes, pasta dishes, sandwiches, any dish that asks for a bit of tang and zest. Served at room temperature it is addictive!

Perfection

By Trekfannj from Wharton, NJ on 7/2/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

anytime

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

The entire family loves it. It combines the power of the cheese while still being moist and not too hard. The best I have ever had. It is the third time I bought this cheese and will not be the last!

Tasty Cheese

By Winesnob from Mansfield,Ohio on 5/26/2007

Pros:

Rich

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

With Wine

Describe Yourself:

Wine with cheeze lover

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This is excellent provolone, I love the little bit of spice it has, Im going to reorder now.

My "Go to" sharp Provolone

By vince from Amelia Island, Fl on 5/14/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

An all round great cheese.

brings back memories

By flamingo lady from albuquerque on 4/16/2007

Pros:

Pungent, Rich

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

This reminds me of growing up in a great Italian neighborhood having the best delis and the provolone hanging from the ceilings. It is a bit sharp with the lasting bite that you want from a provolone. It is not the type I would put between slices of bread but enjoy on a cheese tray with other cheeses or by itself.

Wonderful

By Doc

from Spencer, MA on 3/31/2007

Pros:

Pungent, Very Good Flavor

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

Nice and sharp

Awesome!

By Pizza Joe from Redondo Beach on 3/27/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, make your own pizza, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

This is the real thing

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

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THE CHEESE OF ALL CHEESES!!

By Ruggbug from Randleman, North Carolina on 3/9/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Strong - not for wimps

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Salads

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

Now THAT is what 'real' Provolone is all about. Not this stuff you buy in grocery stores!!

piccante provolone at its best

By john

from bensalem pa on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Excellent sharpness, Excellent texture

Cons:

Expensive

Best Uses:

Sandwich with roast peppe, With crusty bread

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

excellent have used it many times

Excellent

By Pat from San Antonio, Tx on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

With anything

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Provolone Piccante:

It's hard to come by good quality imported sharp provolone where I live. I love it in Italian sandwiches, in salads, with crackers and with toasted bread for breakfast. I'll even go into the fridge and cut a slice and enjoy it so much, just plain.

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