One of the oldest and most typical spun curd cheeses of Southern Italy, Caciocavallo Silano originated from the Sila Plateau, and the tradition of cheesemaking later gradually expanded along the Apennine mountain range. Produced in the regions of Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Molise, and Apulia, Caciocavallo is made from cow’s milk and has a mild, salty flavor and a smooth, firm texture.
As the cheese ripens, the flavors become more pungent and the texture more granular, making the cheese ideal for grating. The name of Caciocavallo is derived from cacio, meaning cheese, and the method of maturing: cheeses are hanged in pairs over a cavallo, a type of wooden saddle rack.
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