Aged Provolone
Varieties
Dolce provolone
This is young provolone, a semisoft, smooth table cheese that is mild in flavor. It is typically aged for two to three months.
Piccante (piquant) provolone
This provolone is coagulated with goat’s rennet, which gives it a stronger flavor. Aged for six to 12 months (and on up to two years), it is a grating cheese. American provolone is softer than the Italian version.
Preparation, Uses, & Tips
Shaved off in thin, flavorful slivers, provolone can be eaten as a table cheese. It is good for grilling and melting; it can also be combined with a creamier cheese as a topping for pizza, or can be grated and mixed with melted butter for garlic bread.
Storing
Aged provolone, when wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerated, can be stored indefinitely.
Nutrition Highlights
Provolone, 1 slice (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Protein: 7.2g
- Carbohydrate: 0.6g
- Total Fat: 7.5g
- Fiber: 0.0g
*Excellent Source of: Calcium (214mg)