Probably one of the most famous cheeses from Italy is the protected Grana Padano hard cheese.
This only be produced in northern Italy with cow's milk from the region. The wholly aromatic, spicy cheese ripens for at least 9 months and is characterized by a grainy, brittle consistency.
Nutritional values
Energy in kJ / 100 g or 100 ml
1654 kJ / 398 kcal / 100g
Fat
29 g / 100g
of which saturates
18 g / 100g
Carbohydrates
0 g / 100g
of which sugars
0 g / 100g
Protein
33 g / 100g
Salt
1,5 g / 100g
Ingredients
COW´S MILK*, salt, calf rennet
allergenic ingredients: Milk and dairy products including lactose
*= ingredients from organic farming
Particularities
Compared to conventional Grana Padano our organic version is produced without lysozyme. This is possible
because the cows that deliver the milk for the cheese are not fed with silage during winter time, only with hay.
Usage
Planed or grated to pasta and rice dishes.
Allergens
Milk and dairy products including lactose
Additional information
Origin of the raw materials: Italy Country of final processing: Quality: EU organic logo italian agriculture Control authority: IT-BIO-006