Parmesan/Parmigiano

Italian, hard-grained cow’s milk cheese with a pale straw colour, crumbly texture and a salty, nutty flavour that can be aged for up to four years. Parmigiano Reggiano is the finest Parmesan and is used as a seasoning and grated or shaved over food. For cooking, use the less expensive Grana Padano. Reserve the rind and use to infuse oil or to make Parmesan cream sauce.