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Bring home the smooth, nutty taste of Tuscany with this full 6-pound wheel of Pecorino Toscano DOP. Produced by the renowned Caseificio Busti in the heart of Tuscany, this cheese represents the pinnacle of Italian dairy tradition. Unlike the sharp and heavily salted Pecorino Romano, this Toscano variety offers a milder, creamier profile with distinct notes of butter, hay, and walnuts. It is made from 100% sheep's milk and carries the DOP seal, guaranteeing it was produced strictly within the Tuscan region using time-honored methods.
Founded in 1955 by Alessandro and Remo Busti, this dairy is located in Fauglia, near Pisa. They are famous for preserving traditional shepherding techniques. The distinct red rind you often see on their aged cheeses is a result of treating the crust with tomato paste and olive oil during the maturation process, a classic Tuscan preservation method that adds a unique aesthetic and aroma.
Pecorino Romano is aged longer and is much saltier, making it primarily a grating cheese. Pecorino Toscano is younger, sweeter, and less salty. While you can certainly grate Toscano over pasta, it is excellent eaten on its own as a table cheese, paired with pears, honey, or fresh fava beans.
If the vacuum seal is intact, you can keep it in the refrigerator (vegetable drawer is best) for several months. Once opened, wrap the cheese tightly in parchment paper or wax paper, then place it in a plastic bag or container. This allows the cheese to breathe while maintaining humidity.
While the rind is natural and treated with tomato paste or olive oil, it is generally recommended to trim it off before eating as it can be hard and may have collected dust during the aging process.
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