Taleggio
VegetarianA washed-rind Italian cheese that melts into a luxuriously gooey, tangy, and slightly funky layer.
Taleggio is a soft, washed-rind cheese from the Lombardy region with a pungent aroma but surprisingly mild, buttery flavor when melted. It transforms on pizza into a supremely gooey, tangy layer that adds sophistication and depth to both white and red sauce pizzas.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does taleggio smell bad?
Taleggio has a strong, pungent aroma from its washed rind, but the flavor is surprisingly mild, buttery, and tangy. The smell intensifies during melting but the taste remains gentle and complex.
How do you prepare taleggio for pizza?
Remove the rind and tear or slice taleggio into pieces. It melts easily and spread it evenly across the pizza for a uniformly gooey, flavorful cheese layer.
What goes well with taleggio on pizza?
Taleggio pairs best with mushrooms, caramelized onion and sage. Start with one or two of these rather than piling everything on: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each flavor distinct.