Why is Provolone Bitter? (Answered!)

Provolone in various shapes and sizes on the wooden background

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 …

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Is Provolone a Good Melting Cheese? (Answered!)

Provolone in various shapes and sizes on the wooden background

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 …

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Why Is Provolone Cheese So Expensive? (Explained!)

italian wraps with hard salami, lettuce, provolone cheese and roasted pepper

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 …

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