Clover Leaf - Provolone
Created in the region of Naples, Provolone is one of the most famous pasta filatas. Unequalled with the aperitif, it acquires character with time and develops a very pleasant robustness.
- Aroma slightly fermented milk aroma.
- Taste Slightly fermented milk taste, ranging from mild to medium to sharp.
- Texture Firm and fibrous texture.
basic info
Category: Firm
Rind type:
Rindless
Varieties: Pasta filata
Appearance:
sold in huge pear shapes or in balls (Provolette) or like sausages; very thin crust of a cream to light yellow colour, often covered with wax; white to cream or straw body colour.
Milk type: Pasteurized
Moisture:
45
Milk fat:
24
Manufacturing process:
Industrial
Province of Origin: Alberta
Distribution:
Provincial
How to enjoy them?
Provolone literally steals the show with cocktails. With an antipasto, it is also delicious with pickles, olives, deli meats and some wedges of melon. With time, Provolone acquires strengh and becomes an excellent cheese to grate on pizza, pasta and soups.In a tasting, you will appreciate its unique qualities by enjoying it with a good red wine.
How are they made?
To learn how this cheese is made, click here.
