Grated Imported Italian Pecorino Romano Cheese

Pecorino Romano is a hard, salty Italian cheese made from sheep's milk. It is traditionally produced in the region of Lazio, especially around Rome, and Sardinia. The cheese is aged for at least five months, giving it a sharp, tangy flavor and a crumbly texture.

Manufacturers use Pecorino Romano primarily as a flavoring ingredient, adding a sharp, salty, and savory taste to foods. It is commonly grated over pasta dishes, soups, and salads. It can also be used as a melting cheese in some baked goods or as a component in cheese blends.

Pecorino Romano is a dairy product and a source of protein and calcium. Like other aged cheeses, it is high in sodium. The FDA considers cheese generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for consumption. No specific regulatory limits or evaluations by bodies like JECFA or EFSA are typically applied to traditional cheeses as a whole ingredient, beyond general food safety regulations.