| Squacquerone | |
|---|---|
 Squacquerone cheese | |
| Country of origin | Italy |
| Region | Emilia-Romagna |
| Source of milk | Cow |
| Texture | Soft and crumbly |
| Certification | Protected designation of origin (PDO)[1] |
Squacquerone is an Italian cheese soft and crumbly type, originally from Romagna.
Description
Squacquerone is a cow's milk cheese, made from whole milk, with a very short maturation. It is similar to crescenza, although the paste (white in color) is less consistent due to the high water content.[2] It is made of pasteurized or raw milk, and is extremely soft, creamy, and spreadable. The color is ivory white and the taste notes are typically lactic, with a sweet-sour taste.[1] It is one of the main products with which piadina is stuffed.[1]
In addition to the common squacquerone, the Squacquerone di Romagna PDO is widespread, produced only in the designated area and in compliance with the relative regulations.[1]
Etymology
The etymology, of Romagna origin, refers to the consistency that squaglia ("melts") due to the high presence of water.[3]
See also
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Squacquerone DOP" (in Italian). 17 January 2017. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ↑ "Squacquerone, stracchino e mascarpone" (in Italian). Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ↑ "Squacquerone" (in Italian). Retrieved 5 December 2015.