Squacquerone
| Squacquerone | |
|---|---|
Cow | |
| Texture | Soft and crumbly |
| Certification | Protected designation of origin (PDO)[1] |
Squacquerone is an Italian cheese soft and crumbly type, originally from Romagna.
Description
Squacquerone is a cow's milk cheese, made from whole milk, with a very short maturation. It is similar to
piadina is stuffed.[1]
In addition to the common squacquerone, the Squacquerone di Romagna PDO is widespread, produced only in the designated area and in compliance with the relative regulations.[1]
Etymology
The etymology, of Romagna origin, refers to the consistency that squaglia ("melts") due to the high presence of water.[3]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d "Squacquerone DOP" (in Italian). 17 January 2017. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ "Squacquerone, stracchino e mascarpone" (in Italian). Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ "Squacquerone" (in Italian). Retrieved 5 December 2015.