Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Asiago Cheese ?
An Italian cow's milk cheese, ranging from fresh (Asiago Fresco) with a mild, milky taste to aged (Asiago d'Allevo) with a sharp, nutty, and savory flavor.
"A versatile Italian gem that can play both a mild, meltable role or a sharp, pungent one, depending on its age."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Asiago Cheese ?
Mild, sweet, buttery (fresh) to Sharp, nutty, piquant (aged)
- Taste
- Salty, Umami, Tangy (aged), Mild, Milky (fresh)
- Texture
- Firm, Crumbly (aged), Semi-firm (fresh)
- Aroma
- Nutty, Pungent, Milky
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aging Process
Fresco (20-40 days), Mezzano (3-5 months), Vecchio (>10 months), Stravecchio (>15 months)
PDO Status
Protected Designation of Origin (Italy)
Production Origin
Originally from the Asiago plateau in Veneto, Italy
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 1 oz (28g)Le secret du chef
When grating hard Asiago, allow it to come to room temperature for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to grate and enhance its flavor release.
Substituts & Proportions pour Asiago Cheese
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Asiago Cheese est Parmesan Cheese, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Excellent for aged Asiago, similar sharp, salty, nutty flavor.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Parmesan Cheese Meilleur | 1:1 | Excellent for aged Asiago, similar sharp, salty, nutty flavor. |
| Pecorino Romano | 1:1 | Sharper, saltier, made from sheep's milk, good for aged Asiago. |
| Provolone (mild) | 1:1 | Good for fresh Asiago, with a mild, milky flavor and good melt. |
| Fontina Cheese | 1:1 | Another good melter, creamy texture, nutty and mild. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Asiago Cheese
- For aged Asiago, look for a firm, crumbly texture and a pungent aroma.
- For fresh, look for a smooth, elastic texture.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Asiago Cheese ?
- Pasta
- salads
- sandwiches
- gratins
- pizza
- antipasto
- soups
- polenta
- roasted vegetables.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Asiago Cheese ?
Mild, sweet, buttery (fresh) to Sharp, nutty, piquant (aged) Nutty|Pungent|Milky
Quel est un bon substitut pour Asiago Cheese ?
Le meilleur substitut est Parmesan Cheese (1:1). Excellent for aged Asiago, similar sharp, salty, nutty flavor.
Comment choisir et conserver le Asiago Cheese ?
For aged Asiago, look for a firm, crumbly texture and a pungent aroma. For fresh, look for a smooth, elastic texture.