Parmesan is a hard Italian cheese, aged two years with salt as its only additive. Within Europe, only cheese from several specific regions in Italy can use the name "Parmigiano-Reggiano." In the United States, several products are sold as Parmesan, despite not conforming to the rules established by the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Consorzio.
Making Parmesan
Parmigiana-Reggiano vs. American Parmesan
Despite the labels, many American parmesan cheese products do not fit the Italian definition of Parmigiana-Reggiano cheese. Most notably, pre-grated parmesan cheeses have a shorter aging time and have a higher salt content than Italian Parmigiana-Reggiano.
Where To Buy Parmesan Cheese Online
- iGourmet: Parmesan Cheese Store
Parmesan Cheese Merchandise
- Amazon.com: Cheese Graters
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References
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Aged for a minimum of 12 months
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Not pasteurised
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Parmesan was mentioned in Boccaccio's Decameron
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Parmesan has a hard exterior and a softer interior
