Parmesan Cheese Recipes

Parmesan cheese is a hard, aged dairy ingredient known for its salty, nutty, savory flavor and granular texture. It is one of the easiest ways to add rich umami to everyday recipes, from pasta and risotto to soups, salads, casseroles, and roasted vegetables.

Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoothly into sauces, while shaved Parmesan adds a bold finishing touch to dishes like Caesar salad, arugula salad, carpaccio, and vegetable gratins. The rind is also valuable for simmering in broths, bean soups, tomato sauces, and minestrone.

For the best flavor, buy Parmesan in a wedge and grate it as needed. Pre-grated Parmesan is convenient, but a fresh wedge gives recipes a cleaner taste, better texture, and stronger aroma.