Prepare to have your "goat cheese expectations" completely shattered by the Amalattea Semi-Aged Goat Testadura. If the mention of goat cheese usually makes you think of soft, tangy logs, this semi-aged Italian cheese is here to introduce you to the firm, dignified side of the dairy. "Testadura" translates roughly to "hard-headed," a nod to its resilient rind and firm, compact paste. This is a gourmet goat's milk cheese that has been aged just long enough to lose its moisture and gain a sophisticated, nutty complexity. It still retains that signature goat "tang," but it’s mellowed by a sweet, hay-like finish that lingers pleasantly. It is white as a Sardinian beach and twice as beautiful on a connoisseur's cheese board. This isn't just a snack; it’s a conversation piece. When you serve a wedge of Testadura, you’re inviting your guests to explore the nuances of small-batch Italian dairy. It’s the perfect choice for the host who wants to offer something "a little different" that remains undeniably delicious and approachable for the whole group. The Recipes Recipe #1: Testadura & Heirloom Tomato Tart Invite your friends over for a "tart and wine" afternoon! Roll out a sheet of puff pastry and dock the center. Layer thinly sliced heirloom tomatoes and top with thick shavings of Amalattea Goat Testadura. Bake until the pastry is puffed and the semi-aged cheese has softened into a golden, savory crust. This rustic tomato tart is the perfect centerpiece for a long, lazy garden lunch with family. Recipe #2: Creamy Goat Cheese & Mushroom Pasta Create a sophisticated white sauce by melting grated Testadura cheese into a pan of sautéed cremini mushrooms, garlic, and heavy cream. Toss with fettuccine and garnish with plenty of fresh parsley. The aged goat cheese provides a much deeper, more complex flavor than standard parmesan, making this a signature pasta dish your friends will beg you to make again. The Appetizers Appetizer #1: Testadura "Fries" with Quince Dip Cut the firm Testadura cheese into thick batons or "fries." Serve them on a platter with a small bowl of quince paste (membrillo) or apricot jam for dipping. This is a fun, interactive cheese pairing appetizer that kids and adults will love dipping and munching on. Appetizer #2: Stuffed Peppadew Peppers Stuff sweet and spicy Peppadew peppers with a small cube of Amalattea Goat Cheese. The firm texture of the cheese holds up perfectly against the crunch of the pepper. It’s a bright, pop-in-your-mouth party snack that adds a beautiful splash of color to any appetizer tray. Ingredients:Pasteurized whole goat's milk, salt, goat rennet, lactic ferments. Surface treated with preservative E235 and colorings E150d and E160b (ii). Inedible rind. Size: 4.5 Lbs approx. Origin: Product of Italy.
