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Provolone Cheese

Cultural Context

Provolone cheese originates from Southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Apulia. Traditionally made by hand, it showcases the artistry of Italian cheesemaking, often enjoyed with bread or as part of antipasto. Today, Provolone has gained international acclaim, with variations like Provolone Piccante and Provolone Dolce celebrated for their distinct flavors and aging processes.

ItalianARother
180 min
medium
1 servings
Servings4
8 oz provolone cheese
1 teaspoon dried spices
1 cup cherry tomatoes
4 oz smoked ham
2 cups rocket

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cow's milk

🥗Healthier: goat's milk

💰Cheaper: cow's milk from local farms

Goat's milk offers a different flavor profile.

rennet

🥗Healthier: vegetable rennet

💰Cheaper: vinegar or lemon juice

Vegetable rennet is suitable for vegetarians.

1

Take the provolone cheese and slice it to about half an inch thick.

2

Place the cheese in a small cast iron skillet without adding oil or butter.

3

Put the skillet on the fire and keep the cheese there for around 5 to 10 minutes until fully melted and bubbling.

4

Remove the skillet from the fire and peel the melted cheese away from the skillet, noting the darker burnt layer is fine.

5

Slice the melted cheese into small triangles.

6

Slice the cherry tomatoes and prepare the smoked ham and rocket.

7

Layer the ham on top of the melted cheese, followed by the rocket and cherry tomatoes.

8

Return the skillet to the fire for an additional 1 to 3 minutes to integrate the toppings with the cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potcheesecloththermometer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

ProvoloneProvolone PiccanteProvolone Dolce

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