Parmigiano cheese

Also known as Parmigiano-Reggiano,this is the most famous cheese not only in Italy but entire mediterranian. This term applies only when it is made in Parma-Reggio emilia region of italy; made elsewhere it is called Parmesan cheese.

It is a hrd, dry, frity/nutty flavoured, gritty textured cheese made from raw skimmed milk of cows, fed on grass or hay only. It is aged for two years, trademarked, made under strict control of a gvernament ageny.

Eaten plain, with fruits, as a garnish on pasta, soups