I presume that you have noticed this too, or you wouldn’t have searched for this topic! It really does seem strange that provolone seems to go moldy more than other cheeses. I decided it was time to investigate why! What are the scientific facts that cause provolone to develop rapid …
Provolone is one of my favorite cheeses, but I have to admit that sometimes it tastes bitter. If you are not that familiar with it, provolone is an Italian cheese, and it’s produced in a variety of different shapes. Typically, it’s quite mild and mellow but occasionally tastes bitter, and …
What could be nicer than a platter of deli meats and cheese? Or the perfect pairing of a classic ham and cheese sandwich? But it has to be said that sometimes it is not easy to get the right match of cheese and meat. Similar to matching food with wine, …
I guess we are all used to the fact that the majority of cheeses do have some sort of peculiar odor, but is provolone on the list? Knowing that it is quite a mild cheese, then surely it shouldn’t smell? Does it mean the provolone has gone off if it …
There’s undoubtedly nothing better than gooey melted cheese, whether it be in a grilled sandwich, on a pizza, or even in an omelet. But some cheeses are more up to the task than others! So, how about provolone, is it a good melting cheese? Does it have the right texture …
I am sure this has probably crossed your mind before, can I use Swiss cheese instead of provolone? After all, provolone is pretty expensive and perhaps best reserved for a treat rather than everyday use. Both kinds of cheese look and taste pretty similar. Do Swiss cheese and provolone melt …
Have you ever wondered, can I use provolone cheese instead of mozzarella for Chicken Parmesan? Maybe you don’t have any mozzarella to hand. Will provolone melt in the same way as mozzarella? Or will it go chewy and rubbery rather than soft and gooey? Could using provolone cheese change the …
If you enjoy this Italian delicacy, you may be wondering why provolone cheese is so expensive. After all, it’s just made from cow’s milk! Can provolone only be made in Italy? That could add to the cost when you factor in transportation. Is provolone hand-made, does it require any skills …