Gorgonzola
Pronounced: gore-gun-ZOE-lah
Nutrition
Gorgonzola is a blue-veined Italian cheese. It is made from unskimmed cow’s milk. It can be buttery, crumble and very salty. The blue veins have a bite to them. Gorgonzola dolce is young, creamy and mild. Gorgonzola mountain is more mature, firm and more pungent. Best served at room temperature.
Ethnicity
Italian
Season
available year-round
How to store
Some gorgonzola cheeses may be frozen. Wrap tight in plastic and store in fridge. Use within a few days after purchasing.
Substitutions
Roquefort, silton or saga blue cheese