Tag: pecorino
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Cheese: Rosso Di Pienza
Tuscany rosso (red) di Pienza is a firm sheep milk cheese that hails from central Italy. Famous for its red rind, the cheese has a short ageing process where the rind was traditionally rubbed with tomato paste. Milk Sheep Origin Italy Aged Yes, 30 days Aroma Pungent and slightly sweet. Taste Sharp yet slight sheep…
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Cheese: Percorino Al Tartufo
Pecorino al Tartufo (truffles) is a semi-firm, smooth sheep milk cheese that hails from central Italy. Like its cows milk cousin Sottocenere al Tartufo (truffle) it is a visual sensation. The pale white colouring contrasts perfectly with the specks of black truffle. It is a must try experience despite the price! Milk Sheep Origin Italy…
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Pecorino Cheese And Mayonnaise Dip
I love this quick and easy cheese dip. It goes great on fresh crusty bread, the creaminess and peppery bite contrasting the bread’s crunch. Regular readers know I am on a bit of an Italian sheep’s milk aged cheese addiction at the moment. So I make no apologies when I recommend you try a Pecorino With…
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Cheese: Calcagno Pecorino With Black Peppercorns
I love Italian cheeses and this one is one of my favourites. It is made from sheep’s milk and generally aged for several years. I have read that it hails from Sardinia and Sicily I am going to use it as a secret weapon in my Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe but this cheese can be used…
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