Parmesan Cheese

What’s in a Name

Only cheese from the Parma or Reggio area in Italy can be legally called Parmesan cheese.

Like Fine Wine

Parmesan gets better with age. After three years, it has a strong flavor and the best texture.

Wheel of Fortune

The wheel of Parmesan is imprinted with dots that spell out “Parmigiano-Reggiano.” The dots are removed if the cheese doesn’t pass inspection.

 

Cheesy Risotto

Recipe by Michal Frischman

Risotto has a bad name for being finicky and complicated, but the truth is, if you can stir a pot, you can make this recipe. Shh! It can be our little secret.

Continue reading with Mishpacha.

Create a free account to keep reading.

Everything you need to stay close to Mishpacha.
← Previous installment A Heaping Scoop Next installment → A Heaping Scoop