Cheeses Flashcards
How many forms of Cheese are served at Olive Garden and what are they?
11 forms of cheese are served at Olive Garden and they are:
- Five Cheese Blend
- Gorgonzola
- Italian Cheese Blend
- Mascarpone
- Mozzarella
- OG Cheese
- Parmesan
- Parmigiano Reggiano
- Ricotta
- Romano
- Smoked Mozzarella
Describe the Five Cheese Blend.
The Five Cheese Blend is made of Ricotta, Parmesan, Romano, Fontina, Mozzarella cheeses.
Describe Gorgonzola Cheese.
Gorgonzola Cheese is one of Italy’s great cheeses made from cow’s milk. It is rich and creamy with a savory, slightly pungent flavor.
Describe the Italian Cheese Blend.
The Italian Cheese Blend is typically used as a garnish which consists of parsley and Parmesan and Romano cheeses.
Describe Mascarpone Cheese.
Mascarpone Cheese is a delicious, creamy dessert cheese made from cow’s milk.
Describe Mozzarella Cheese.
Mozzarella Cheese is a mild, white and fresh cheese.
Describe OG Cheese.
OG Cheese is a blend of Mozzarella, Romano, and Parmesan cheeses.
Describe Parmesan Cheese.
Parmesan Cheese is dry and hard with a pale golden rind and a straw colored interior that has a rich, sharp flavor.
Describe Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese.
Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese is the king of Italian cheeses, aged longer than Parmesan, resulting in a complex flavor and extremely granular texture that melts in the mouth.
Describe Ricotta Cheese.
Ricotta Cheese is rich, white, moist and has a slightly sweet flavor, slightly grainy but smoother than cottage cheese.
Describe Romano Cheese.
Romano Cheese is pale yellow, very firm, sharp and tangy. Mostly used for grating.
Describe Smoked Mozzarella Cheese.
Smoked Mozzarella Cheese is a soft cheese; a variation of the Italian classic carefully smoked to enhance its natural flavor.
