Image courtesy of DepositphotosGrana Padano is a hard, slow ripened, and semi-fat cheese, made from cows’ milk that comes from the Po River valley. The name derives from the grana (grain) due to the grainy texture of the cheese. It was first created around 900 years ago, by Cistercian monks from Chiaravalle Abbey near Milan. It quickly became one of Italy’s most famous cheeses.
The cheese is ripened slowly over at least 9 months, which is less than Parmigiano Reggiano. Grana Padano thus is less crumbly, milder, and has less complex flavors than its more expensive rival.
You will probably be able to find Grana Padano in your local store’s gourmet cheese section.
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