Friulano (cheese) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Friulano |
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| Country of origin | Canada |
| Source of milk | Cow's milk |
| Texture | Creamy |
| Fat content | 27% |
| Aging time | Minimum of two months |
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Friulano is a type of firm cheese made in Canada. It gets its name from the Friuli region in Italy. This cheese is made from cow's milk.
Friulano cheese has a yellow color both inside and on its surface. It does not have a hard outer skin, which is called a rind. It is also "interior-ripened," meaning it ages from the inside out. When you taste it, Friulano is salty and has a slight flavor of hazelnut.
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What Makes Friulano Special?
Friulano cheese is known for its unique qualities. It is a firm cheese, meaning it's not soft or crumbly. Its yellow color is natural.
Appearance and Taste
Friulano cheese does not have a hard outer rind. This makes it different from many other cheeses. It ripens from the inside, giving it a smooth texture. The cheese has a salty taste. You might also notice a hint of hazelnut flavor.
Why is it Called "Italian Cheddar"?
Sometimes, Friulano is called "Italian Cheddar." However, it's important to know that it is not a true Cheddar. Cheddar cheese goes through a special process called "cheddaring." Friulano cheese does not use this process. Also, its taste is different from a typical Cheddar. The name is just a nickname.
Friulano and Montasio Cheese
Friulano cheese is very similar to an Italian cheese called Montasio. In fact, Friulano tries to be like Montasio cheese.
The Naming Rule
In Canada, cheese makers cannot use the name "Montasio." This is because "Montasio" is a protected name. Only cheeses made in the Montasio mountains of the Friuli region in Italy can use that name. So, even though Friulano is very similar, it needs a different name in Canada.
