Locatelli Pecorino Romano (7.5 ounce) by igourmet

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Product Description

Dating back to ancient Roman times, Pecorino Romano is 1 of the world\'s oldest recorded cheeses. Pecorino is an Italian word which means from sheep\'s milk, and Romano indicates that this cheese is of Roman descent. All Pecorino Romano is created in both Lazio, Tuscany, or Sardinia for the duration of the months among November and June. These 3 areas have quite related pastures and breeds of sheep, guaranteeing steady taste and top quality. Pecorino Romano is a name protected (DOC) cheese its production overseen by the Consorzio per la Tulela del Formaggio Pecorino Romano. There are quite a few Pecorinos made during Italy, but only a single Pecorino Romano. Maybe the most popular brand for Pecorino Romano in the U.S. is Locatelli. Aged for a minimum of nine months, this cheese is difficult and dense powerful and sharp in taste. It is pale yellow in color, with a black paper rind bearing the identify Locatelli. Grate this cheese and serve it over pasta, soups, and salads. As a dessert, serve it chunked, drizzled with honey, and paired with ripe pears.Manufactured from pasteurized sheep\'s milk.Photograph depicts complete 15 lb. form of cheese.We minimize and wrap this item by hand.

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• Ships expedited in a reusable insulated cooler to ensure freshness
• Imported from Italy
• A hard and dense cheese aged for a minimum of 9 months
• Strong and sharp in flavor
• Delicious grated and served over pasta, soups, and salads