Ingredient

Parmesan And Romano

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These cheeses are added to foods for their strong, savory flavor and salty taste. …

What it is

Parmesan and Romano are hard, aged Italian cheeses made from cow's milk (Parmesan) or sheep's milk (Romano). They are produced by heating milk, adding rennet to coagulate it, then draining the whey and aging the curd for months or years. The aging process develops their characteristic sharp, salty flavor and crumbly texture.

Why it's used

These cheeses are added to foods for their strong, savory flavor and salty taste. They are often grated and used as a topping or incorporated into dishes to enhance the overall taste profile. Common applications include pasta dishes, pizzas, soups, salads, and baked goods.

Health notes

Parmesan and Romano cheeses are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food ingredients. They are a source of protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Like all dairy products, they contain saturated fat and sodium, which are components of a balanced diet. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, considering factors like nutritional content and potential contaminants.

Allergen info

Parmesan and Romano cheeses are derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Parmesan And Romano

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Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Three Meat And Four Cheese Lasagna, 10.5 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 124kcal 7.0Protein 4.0Fat 14.1Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Three Cheese Pepperoni Sausage Ziti, 12 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 129kcal 6.8Protein 4.7Fat 14.7Carbs Basic American Foods, Inc. Bean Pasta + Veggie Kit Lentil Penne, Italian Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 353kcal 21.2Protein 2.4Fat 63.5Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Texas Toast Pizza, Cheese Pizza 278kcal 11.1Protein 14.8Fat 27.8Carbs Wise Foods, Inc. Extra Crunchy Corn Snacks, Queso Habanero Cheese Other Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 50Carbs Wise Foods, Inc. Extra Crunchy Corn Snacks, Queso Habanero Cheese Other Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 50Carbs Wise Foods, Inc. Corn Snacks, Queso Habanero Cheese Other Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 50Carbs Wise Foods, Inc. Extra Crunchy Corn Snacks, Queso Habanero Cheese Other Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 548kcal 4.8Protein 33.3Fat 50Carbs

Christopher Ranch LLC Basil And Garlic Pesto, Basil And Garlic Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 404kcal 7.0Protein 40.4Fat 7.0Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Broccoli Au Gratin Rice & Orzo Blend With Broccoli & Three Cheeses, Broccoli Au Gratin Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 371kcal 11.4Protein 4.3Fat 70Carbs Giger LLC d/b/a/ Thirteen Sauce Co. Original Gourmet Alfredo Sauce, Original Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 312kcal 15.6Protein 25Fat 9.4Carbs Marie Callender's Retail Foods Meat Lasagna With Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheeses In Hearty Marinara Sauce, Meat Lasagna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 110kcal 6.2Protein 4.0Fat 12.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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