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OriginLazio region of Italy
Milk TypeSheep's milk
TextureHard, crumbly
Flavor ProfileSharp, salty, tangy
Buy it or make it
Get some
Buy it
Common carton size
On the shelf at your store. Live pricing is coming soon.
Add to shopping listStorage
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or cheese paper. If it develops mold, you can often cut it off and eat the rest.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
Use a microplane or fine grater for the best texture when grating.
Its high salt content means you may need to adjust the salt in your recipe.
Great for Cacio e Pepe, Carbonara, and other traditional Roman pasta dishes.
Pairs With
Pasta dishes (especially with tomato or meat sauces)
Soups and stews
Salads
Risotto
Focaccia and crusty bread
Common Mistakes
Using it in recipes that call for a milder cheese, as its flavor can be overpowering.
Not realizing its high salt content, leading to an overly seasoned dish.
Also called
Aliases
- Pecorino Romano Cheesesplural
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