Ingredient

Pecorino Romano

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use Pecorino Romano primarily for its strong, salty flavor, which adds depth to …

What it is

Pecorino Romano is a hard, salty Italian cheese made from sheep's milk. It originated in the area around Rome, hence its name. It is aged for at least five months, giving it a sharp, tangy flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Pecorino Romano primarily for its strong, salty flavor, which adds depth to savory dishes. It is commonly grated over pasta, used in sauces, and as a topping for pizzas and other baked goods.

Health notes

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 to be a dairy product. International bodies like EFSA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for Pecorino Romano are not widely published.

Allergen info

Pecorino Romano is derived from milk, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Pecorino Romano

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DON ANTONIO Sugo Di Pomodoro Al Formaggio With Pecorino And Ricotta Cheeses Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 80kcal 3.2Protein 4.8Fat 6.4Carbs Pelican Bay Ltd. The Ravioli Store, Jumbo Square Ravioli Pasta, Five Cheese, Five Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 200kcal 10Protein 7.1Fat 22.9Carbs Pelican Bay Ltd. Artisanal Pasta Pasta by Shape & Type 212kcal 7.1Protein 0.4Fat 47.8Carbs Pelican Bay Ltd. Spinach & Ricotta Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 200kcal 10Protein 7.1Fat 22.9Carbs Terra Cotta Pasta Co. Lemon Artichoke Pesto Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 317kcal 3.3Protein 31.7Fat 5Carbs Uno Restaurants, Inc. Chicago Thin Crust Plum Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Cheddar, And Romano Cheeses On Uno Chicago Thin Crust, Chicago Thin Crust Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 260kcal 11.8Protein 12.6Fat 26.0Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Cheese Pizza Other Deli High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 239kcal 11.0Protein 10.1Fat 26.6Carbs Pelican Bay Ltd. Artisanal Pasta Pasta by Shape & Type 248kcal 9.7Protein 2.6Fat 45.1Carbs Gracie's Enterprises Ltd Wood Fired Extra Creamy Tuscan Kale Pizza, Wood Fired Extra Creamy Tuscan Kale Pizza High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 316kcal 9.2Protein 16.6Fat 33.3Carbs Specialties Agro-Alimentation Basil Pesto Infused Sheep's Milk Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 450kcal 25Protein 39.3Fat 3.6Carbs Pesto Carrot Noodles Sideaway Foods Pesto Carrot Noodles All Noodles 242kcal 3.3Protein 21.7Fat 9.2Carbs Five Cheese Traditional Italian Style Pasta Filled With A Five Cheese Blend Of Ricotta, Parmesan, Mascarpone, Mozzarella And Pecorino Romano Cheeses Tortelloni, Five Cheese BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands Five Cheese Traditional Italian Style Pasta Filled With A Five Cheese Blend Of Ricotta, Parmesan, Mascarpone, Mozzarella And Pecorino Romano Cheeses Tortelloni, Five Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 240kcal 10Protein 7Fat 38Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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