What it is
Provolone Piccante is an aged cow's-milk pasta filata cheese, supplied as a quarter of approximately 5 kg and identified with Auricchio in the catalogue.
Product and format
The listed format is one quarter of about 5 kg. It is a piece format, so plan cutting and yield around the actual piece received.
Producer and identification
Auricchio is the name shown with the product. The supplier record identifies the item as Provolone Classico in a 5 kg piece format.
Organoleptic profile
It has a firm, compact texture, a full savoury flavour and a clear piquant note. Aging gives it a sharper profile than mild Provolone and supports clean slicing or grating.
Professional uses and quantities
For a cheese-board portion, start with 40 to 60 g; for pasta or baked dishes, use about 20 to 30 g grated per portion. Slices also melt in panini, toast and hot preparations.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not cut the whole quarter too far in advance, leave the surface exposed or heat thin slices too aggressively. Bring only the service quantity to room temperature and keep the rest wrapped.
Storage and handling
Keep refrigerated according to the product label, wrapped or protected from drying. For service, temper only the portion needed and use clean tools for slicing.
LAPA logistics in Switzerland
LAPA supplies this refrigerated Italian cheese to professional kitchens in Switzerland. Plan the order around the approximately 5 kg piece and the chilled handling required on arrival.
Who it is for
It suits restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, delicatessens and caterers that need a pronounced cheese for boards, grating and melting.
