Pecorino Siciliana DOP Cheese with Pepper

Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
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Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Pecorino Siciliana Cheese DOP with Pepper - igourmet
Igourmet Shipping Photo
Origin: Italy

$10.49

/ 8 ounce

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Pepato is a Pecorino (Italian sheep's milk) cheese studded with whole black peppercorns. A Sicilian specialty, the official name of this cheese is actually Pecorino Siciliana DOP.

Pepato is a cheese whose history coincides with periods of blood and tears. Sicily, a crossroads between European, Mediterranean and African civilizations, has seen its fair share of turmoil. This cheese has survived over the centuries, despite long periods of drought that made it difficult to find sufficient grazing pastures, forcing the people of Sicily to choose between the production of wheat and dairy.

An aged, hard pecorino combined with whole black peppercorns, Pepato is matured for a minimum of 4 months to perfection. Like many of the world's classic cheeses, Pepato originated as a staple of the peasant's diet. Today, it is enjoyed by all people - rich and poor. With its characteristic spicy taste, Pepato is a tasty table cheese that is also perfect for grating. Grate it over soups, salads, and pastas. It is an exciting alternative to the more common pecorino!

  • Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
  • Whole form of cheese is an 8 lb. quarter wheel.
  • We cut and wrap this item by hand.

Nutrition Facts

Pecorino Siciliana DOP Cheese with Pepper by Cut & Wrapped by igourmet

Serving Size 1oz Total Servings approx. 7.5

Amount Per Serving

Calories 109

Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 9g

Saturated Fat 6g

Trans Fat 0g

Cholestrol 30mg

Sodium 200mg

Total Carbohydrates 0g

Dietary Fiber 1g

Sugars 0g

Protein 6g

Vitamin A

0%

Vitamin C

0%

Calcium

0.22%

Iron

0%

Vitamin E

0%

What’s the best way to store my cheese?
The best way to keep cheese fresh is to store it in the vegetable crisper in your fridge. Before doing so, wrap in parchment or wax paper, then wrap loosely in plastic wrap. You can also buy our exclusive cheese storage bags, specially created to keep your cheese fresher, longer.

Unless used for cooking, we don’t recommend storing cheese in the freezer as this will alter its texture.

What is the best temperature to serve my cheese?
Remove cheese from the fridge an hour before serving, as cheese is best experienced at room temperature to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors.

How long will my cheese stay fresh in the refrigerator?
The length of time cheeses last in the fridge after opening depends largely on the type of cheese. Soft varieties tend to spoil more quickly than hard varieties. Please refer to the table below for a convenient reference:

CHEESE TYPE

EXAMPLES

SHELF LIFE

Fresh Cheeses

Mozzarella, Feta, Burrata, Ricotta, Mascarpone, Chevre

5 - 7 Days

Soft Ripened Cheese

Brie, Camembert, Triple Cream, Limburger, Robiola

7 - 10 Days

Blue Cheeses

Danish Blue, Roquefort, Gorgonzola, Stilton

2 Weeks

Medium Firm Cheeses (semi-hard)

Gouda, Havarti, Emmental, Appenzeller, Manchego, Petite Basque, Tete de Moine 

2 - 3 Weeks

Firm/Sharp Cheeses

Sharp Cheddar, Provolone Piccante, Cave Aged Gruyere

4 - 6 Weeks

Grating Cheeses

Parmigiano, Grana, Pecorino Romano, Asiago

3 – 6 Months

SHIPPING OPTIONS & FEES

Please allow 1-3 business days to process your order.

Perishable Shipping Fees*:
Fast - $24.99 / Fastest - $39.99

* Perishable orders below $65 incur a $7.99 surcharge. Perishable orders placed after 10AM PT / 1PM EST on Friday will ship the next Monday to avoid sitting in a carrier’s warehouse over the weekend!

Non-Perishable Shipping Fees (if your order contains only non-refrigerated items):
Standard - $13.99 / Fast - $24.99 / Fastest - $39.99*

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How We Ship

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Our products are always shipped so they will arrive at your door in optimal condition! We’ve carefully selected packaging options that have minimal impact on the environment without compromising on food safety or quality. 

For perishable orders, we line our shipping boxes with Tempguard - a unique, padded insulator made of 100% pre-consumer recycled paper material. We further control the temperature with recycled kraft paper fill and non-toxic frozen gel packs. In the summer months, we may include dry ice to ensure fresh delivery in very hot weather.

Note: Please join our efforts to be mindful of our environment and extend the life-cycle of our packaging, by recycling your shipping box, Tempguard liner, and kraft fill (all 100% curbside recyclable!). Store the gel packs in your freezer and reuse to keep your next picnic or road trip fare cool.