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An Italian-type cheese, now also made in several countries, including the
U.S. There are two versions sold in the Deli: Slicing Provolone and Aged Provolone.
Slicing Provolone is aged about two months. Aged Provolone can be ripened a year or
longer. Best served with red wines such as Zinfandel or Syrah.
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Domestic and imported
(Domestic described below) |
| Types of millk used: |
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Cow's milk, whole |
| Appearance: |
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Variety of shapes -- round
(boccini), pear-shaped, tube-shaped (salamini); sometimes waxed and bound with a cord;
light golden yellow rind; creamy white interior, no holes |
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Supple and pliable; cuts cleanly with a knife |
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Appetizers and snacks - sliced
with crackers, bread, or fruit
Sandwiches - slices or melted, with any type of meat
Pasta - in lasagna, cannelloni, ravioli
Pizza - grated as a topping
Cooking - on chicken, veal, or hamburgers |
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Wine Pairing Suggestions:
Frei Brothers Syrah
The wine is immediately approachable with jammy raspberry fruit and hints of pepper, soft
and well-integrated tannins and a dry finish. |
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