Details
Liuzzi Caciocavallo (Net 3lb) is an aged, semi-hard Italian-style pasta filata (stretched curd) cheese produced in the USA, characterized by a distinct, pear-shaped figure designed for hanging. It has a buttery, nutty, and sharp flavor with a yellowish, firm texture, making it ideal for charcuterie, melting, or grating.
Key Product Details:
* Producer: Liuzzi Cheese (based in CT, USA)
* Type: Semi-hard, Pasta Filata (stretched curd), aged.
* Flavor/Texture: Buttery, nutty, and sharp (similar to aged Provolone).
* Ingredients: Pasteurized whole cow's milk, salt, cultures, rennet.
* Appearance: Pear-shaped with a narrow neck, typically sold in a net casing.
* Weight: Approximately 3 lb per unit.
* Usage: Best served on cheeseboards, melted on pizza, or grated.
This product is sometimes referred to as "cheese on horseback" due to the traditional method of hanging the cheese in pairs to drain and age.