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Parmigiano-Reggiano

The best known Italian cheese made in the old Duchy of Parma. It is aged at least two years and makes an excellent cheese for cooking as it melts without running or becoming rubbery.

Parmigiano-Reggiano
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Definition

The best known Italian cheese made in the old Duchy of Parma. It is aged at least two years and makes an excellent cheese for cooking as it melts without running or becoming rubbery.

Also listed as Parmesan-Reggiano.