Prima Donna Forte is what happens when a Dutch Gouda spends a few years studying in Italy. Aged for a full 24 months, this cheese has moved past "creamy" and straight into "powerhouse" territory. It’s incredibly crumbly and packed with those addictive, crunchy salt crystals that cheese lovers live for. It is the best meditation cheese—intense, nutty, and featuring a caramelized sweetness that rivals fine Parmesan. It’s the "pro-athlete" of your cheese board, capable of winning over fans of both sharp and sweet flavors. Serving this shows your guests you know exactly where the "good stuff" is hidden. The Recipes Recipe #1: "Dutch Gold" Pumpkin Risotto Finish your pumpkin or butternut squash risotto with a massive mountain of grated Prima Donna Forte. Its sweet-and-salty profile cuts through the earthiness of the squash for an unforgettable family dinner. Recipe #2: Prima Donna Crusted Chicken Create a breading using panko, herbs, and finely grated Prima Donna Forte. The cheese creates a savory, golden crust that seals in the juices. A quick gourmet family meal that kids will request every week. The Appetizers Appetizer #1: Shards & Chestnut Honey Serve irregular shards of Prima Donna Forte with a small bowl of chestnut or wildflower honey. The contrast between the bitter honey and sweet cheese is a connoisseur's pairing. Appetizer #2: Pear & Prima Donna Toasts Place a slice of cheese on a warm baguette crisp with a paper-thin slice of pear. It’s a refined appetizer that perfectly balances freshness and intensity for a cocktail hour. Ingredients: Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese cultures and animal rennet Size: 23 Lbs (Average) Origin: Holland
