Parrano Cheese
By: Anonymous

About

Parrano is a pasteurized cow's milk cheese produced in the Netherlands. It has a a semi-firm texture and a smooth, golden color, and has a sweet and nutty flavor similar to a cross between gouda and parmesan.

Information
Other names: Parrano Originale
Translations: Parrano Siers, Parrano Sūriai, Parrano Brânză, Parrano sira, Parrano Kaas, Parrano पनीर, Parrano Queijo, Parrano сыра, Parrano Τυρί, Parrano الجبن, Parrano 치즈, Parrano Sýry, Parrano Keju, Parrano奶酪, Parrano Formatge, Parrano Sir, Parrano Syry, Parrano Formaggio, Parrano גבינה, Parrano Ost, Паррано сир, パッラーノチーズ, Parrano fromage, Parrano Queso, Parrano сиру, Parrano Juusto, Parrano сирене


Physical Description
Parrano cheese is smooth and firm, with the general consistency of a gouda. The color is generally a creamy yellow.
Colors: Creamy tan to light yellow


Tasting Notes
Flavors: Nutty, sweet, slightly tangy
Mouthfeel: Smooth and firm
Food complements: Crackers, Salad, Fruit, Sandwiches, Pasta
Wine complements: Chianti, Pinot noir or red zinfandels
Beverage complements: A light, Fruity wheat beer
Substitutes: Parmesan, Gouda, Asiago


Selecting and Buying
Seasonality: january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september, opctober, november, december
Choosing: Pick cheese that is still fresh and in date with no white streaking or moldy spots.
Buying: Parrano cheese can be found at many specialty grocers and gourmet food shops.
Procuring: Parrano cheese is manufactured from cow's milk in the Netherlands and exported to the United States and other countries.


Preparation and Use
Parrano cheese is best served at room temperature and sliced with a sharp knife. Due to its smooth, creamy texture, grating this cheese is not advised.
Cleaning: No cleaning is necessary.


Conserving and Storing
Parrano cheese must be stored in the refrigerator until an hour prior to serving.


Social/Political
Although Parrano cheese is made in the Netherlands, connoisseurs of the product often think of it as an Italian-type cheese, due to its flavor similarities to parmesan.
History: Parrano cheese is a recent development of UnieKaas International, a cheese manufacturer in the Netherlands. It won a gold medal at the 2006 World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison, Wisconsin, in the "Best of Class, Gouda" category.

Comments:
Melissa Peterman

I LOVE Parrano cheese!
Melissa Peterman

I LOVE Parrano cheese!