Parmigiano Reggiano is a protected Italian cheeseproduced in the Parma, Reggio Emilia, and Bologna regions. It’s a hard, granular cheese aged for at least 12 months, known for its intense, savory flavor. The name refers to the cheese’s origin and traditional production method, and is commonly abbreviated as Parmigiano or Parmigiano-Reggiano in culinary contexts.
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