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Provolone Valpadana DOP Dolce is a mild, semi-hard stretched-curd cheese made from whole cow's milk in the Po Valley of northern Italy.

Key Attributes

Origin and Certification: Produced exclusively in designated provinces across Lombardy, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, and Trentino under Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) rules.
Rennet and Flavor: Made using liquid calf rennet, yielding a delicate, sweet, buttery, and lightly nutty flavor profile.
Aging Period: Matured for a short window ranging from 10 days up to 2 to 3 months.
Appearance and Texture: Features a thin, smooth, straw-colored rind with a compact, lighter-colored interior paste that is semi-hard and smooth.
Shapes: Molded into distinct traditional shapes including pear/melon, salami, truncated cone, or flask styles.
Culinary Uses: Melts exceptionally well, making it ideal for pizzas, grilled sandwiches, baked casseroles, or served fresh on a cheeseboard.

Flavor Profile

Sweet and Milky: It has a delicate, buttery sweetness with distinct notes of fresh milk.
Mild and Creamy: Unlike aged provolone, it lacks any sharp or spicy bite, offering a gentle, smooth taste on the palate.
Nutty Undertones: A very faint, pleasant nuttiness develops toward the finish.

Best Culinary Uses

Melting: Its stretched-curd (pasta filata) structure means it melts beautifully without becoming excessively greasy. It is perfect for gourmet pizzas, lasagnes, and baked pasta dishes.
Sandwiches: It elevates classic grilled cheese, paninis, and hot subs by providing a rich texture and mild flavor that doesn't overpower other ingredients.
Table Cheese: It is excellent served fresh at room temperature on a charcuterie board, paired with fresh fruits like pears or grapes, and drizzled with a bit of honey.
Stuffing: Because it holds its shape well when heated but still gets gooey, it works perfectly for stuffing chicken breasts, meat roulades, or rice croquettes (arancini).

Note: this product is chilled and packed with nitrogen which slows ageing, (maybe I need some) and shipped overnight with a chill pack. Best to be bought in the Auckland area to get it to you quickly. Brands may vary from picture due to availability.

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