The true backbone of Italian cuisine since Roman times.

Legend has it that Romulus nurtured himself with Pecorino when he founded Rome. Although there are younger versions of this cheese, Pecorino Romano is typically aged for about a year if it is to be used as a grating cheese. This Pecorino Romano (and most Pecorino Romano made today) is made in Sardinia.

Mainly a grating cheese, pecorino is an integral part of many Roman dishes, especially those that include tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, artichokes, broccoli rabe and wild greens. Whereas northern Italians grate Parmigiano over their pasta, southern Italians favor pecorino Romano.

This Item is perishable, which requires expedited shipping during the summer months.