Yakisoba with vegetables, fried noodles served with colourful vegetables Vegetable Yakisoba Shogayaki with mirin, chicken marinated in soy sauce, served with sesame seeds and spring onions Shogayaki with Mirin Achari paneer tikka grilled paneer pieces seasoned in yoghurt marinade, served with fresh coriander and lemon Achari Paneer Tikka Yorkshire pudding with rosemary, served fresh Yorkshire Pudding with Rosemary Fish Vatapá with ginger, with coconut milk and nuts Fish Vatapá with Ginger Classic version of tulumba, soaked in syrup and served fresh Classic Tulumba Prebiotic leek and pumpkin pie, a delicious savoury pie with pumpkin and leek filling Prebiotic leek & pumpkin pie Menestra with broccoli, pasta and vegetables served in a rich sauce Menestra with broccoli and pasta Tinda sabzi, spicy tinda Indian style, served with rich spices and fresh coriander Spiced tinda masala Chocolate Sandesh, sweet Indian dessert, decorated with chocolate and pistachios Chocolate Sandesh Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters golden brown, served Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters Milanesa napolitana with ham rich cheese tomato sauce and crispy breading Milanesa napolitana with ham Manakish with leeks served with sesame seeds Manakish with leeks Chicken Kabsa, spiced rice garnished with toasted almonds Chicken kabsa Galaktoboureko with kataifi pastry, decorated with rich creamy filling and pistachios. Galaktoboureko with Kataifi Pastry Cheese Dhokla served as golden brown, cheesy pieces with fresh spices Cheese dhokla Gluten-free cannoli pastries served sprinkled with sugar Gluten-free cannoli Prawn Açorda, fresh bread pieces with prawns, garlic and parsley Prawn açorda Avial with sweet potato and coconut milk, fresh coriander Avial with sweet potato Curry dish with yellow ackee fruit and chickpeas Jamaican ackee & chickpea curry Yakisoba with vegetables, fried noodles served with colourful vegetables Vegetable Yakisoba Shogayaki with mirin, chicken marinated in soy sauce, served with sesame seeds and spring onions Shogayaki with Mirin Achari paneer tikka grilled paneer pieces seasoned in yoghurt marinade, served with fresh coriander and lemon Achari Paneer Tikka Yorkshire pudding with rosemary, served fresh Yorkshire Pudding with Rosemary Fish Vatapá with ginger, with coconut milk and nuts Fish Vatapá with Ginger Classic version of tulumba, soaked in syrup and served fresh Classic Tulumba Prebiotic leek and pumpkin pie, a delicious savoury pie with pumpkin and leek filling Prebiotic leek & pumpkin pie Menestra with broccoli, pasta and vegetables served in a rich sauce Menestra with broccoli and pasta Tinda sabzi, spicy tinda Indian style, served with rich spices and fresh coriander Spiced tinda masala Chocolate Sandesh, sweet Indian dessert, decorated with chocolate and pistachios Chocolate Sandesh Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters golden brown, served Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters Milanesa napolitana with ham rich cheese tomato sauce and crispy breading Milanesa napolitana with ham Manakish with leeks served with sesame seeds Manakish with leeks Chicken Kabsa, spiced rice garnished with toasted almonds Chicken kabsa Galaktoboureko with kataifi pastry, decorated with rich creamy filling and pistachios. Galaktoboureko with Kataifi Pastry Cheese Dhokla served as golden brown, cheesy pieces with fresh spices Cheese dhokla Gluten-free cannoli pastries served sprinkled with sugar Gluten-free cannoli Prawn Açorda, fresh bread pieces with prawns, garlic and parsley Prawn açorda Avial with sweet potato and coconut milk, fresh coriander Avial with sweet potato Curry dish with yellow ackee fruit and chickpeas Jamaican ackee & chickpea curry
Fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese in a white ceramic bowl on a wooden table
Parmigiano Reggiano – Rich Hard Cheese

Parmigiano Reggiano: The Rich, Traditional Italian Cheese

Ingredients Dairy and Eggs

Description

Parmigiano Reggiano is a hard, aged Italian cheese traditionally crafted in the Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy regions. It is distinguished by its rich, complex flavour and granular texture. The cheese develops its exceptional taste profile during ageing, making it the perfect accompaniment to pasta, salads, soups, or simply eaten on its own.

Produced by acidifying milk with whey and rennet, the curd is pressed and aged. During this time, the cheese hardens, and the flavour deepens. Authentic Parmigiano Reggiano must age for at least 12 months to achieve its traditional character.

Benefits of Parmigiano Reggiano

  • Rich Flavour: The 'King of Cheeses' elevates any dish.
  • High Protein: Aids muscle growth and repair.
  • Calcium Source: Vital for bone and dental health.
  • Healthy Fats: Contains beneficial fats from the ageing process.

Culinary Uses

Parmigiano Reggiano is a staple in Italian cuisine, essential for pasta, bakes, soups, and salads. It is excellent grated, but its mature flavour shines when eaten fresh and sliced. It is popular globally, not just in the Mediterranean.

Its intense umami kick enhances everything from pasta dishes and pies to vegetable creams.

Storage Suggestions

  • Keep Refrigerated: Fresh Parmigiano stays good for 4-5 weeks if stored properly in the fridge.
  • Freezing: Not recommended as it alters texture and taste.
  • Best Fresh: Enjoy fresh for the best flavour and texture.

Parmigiano Reggiano is not just a delicious cheese, but a nutritious ingredient that makes every meal special.

Recipes with this Ingredient

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Freshly baked Olive & Parmesan Calzone Main Courses

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Pizza con Pancetta with bacon and cheese Main Courses

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