Montasio is the official cheese of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region and the secret ingredient in Northern Italy's best cooking. This DOP-certified alpine cheese is aged to a "Mezzano" (medium) stage, giving it a firm texture and a flavor profile that is creamy, nutty, and slightly fruity. It is famously used to make Frico (the legendary crispy cheese pancake), but it’s also an incredible table cheese. Having a whole Montasio wheel is like having a piece of the Italian Alps in your kitchen. It is the best versatile mountain cheese—bold enough to stand up to red wine, but mild enough that the kids will eat it by the handful. The Recipes Recipe #1: Authentic Italian Frico Grate the Montasio and pan-fry it with thinly sliced potatoes and onions until it forms a large, crispy, golden pancake. It is the ultimate Italian comfort food for a family dinner. Recipe #2: Montasio & Herb Risotto Stir a mountain of shredded Montasio into a simple herb risotto. The cheese provides a nutty, savory finish that is much more complex than standard Parmesan. A crowd-pleasing dinner with friends. The Appetizers Appetizer #1: Montasio & Salami "Mountain" Skewers Thread a cube of Montasio with a slice of Molinari Pepperoni and a pickled onion. A tangy, hearty appetizer that is perfect for holiday parties. Appetizer #2: Crispy Montasio "Wafers" Bake small piles of grated Montasio until they become lacy, golden crisps. Serve as a sophisticated gluten-free snack with cocktails. Size: 14 Lbs (Approx.) Origin: Italy
