| Pecorino siciliano | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Source of milk | Sheep milk |
| Certification | DOC: 1955 DOP: 1996 |
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Pecorino siciliano (Sicilian: picurinu sicilianu; lit. 'Sicilian pecorino') is an origin-protected firm sheep milk cheese from the Italian island and region of Sicily. This cheese comes from the classical Greek world: in ancient times it was recognized as one of the best cheeses in the world.[1]
It is produced throughout the island, but especially in the provinces of Agrigento, Caltanissetta, Enna, Trapani, and Palermo. It is a pecorino-style cheese, like its close relation pecorino romano, but not as well known outside Italy as the latter. A semi-hard white cheese, it has a cylindrical shape and a weight of about 12 kg (26 lb).[2]
The cheese was awarded with the protected designation of origin in 1955 and European Union protected designation of origin status in 1996.[2]
See also
- List of Italian cheeses
- List of Italian DOP cheeses – food with protected designation of origin status
- Pecorino – hard Italian sheep's milk cheese
References
- ↑ "Italian Pecorino Siciliano".
- 1 2 Francesco Picciolo. Curiosità e ricette della mia cucina siciliana. Errant, 2013. p. 7.