Caciotta

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Caciotta, from the Tuscan cacciola, is a type of cheese produced in Italy from the milk of cows, sheep, goats, or water buffalo. Caciotta has more than a dozen variations.

The cheeses are cylindrical in shape and up to 1 kilogram (2.2 lb) weight. [1] The period of ripening is brief and the soft, yellow rind surrounds a white or yellowish body which is soft in texture and mild in flavour. Both artisanal and industrial production are common. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Caciotta". 2006-10-17. Archived from the original on 2006-10-17. Retrieved 2019-05-15.