What to do with leftover pecorino

Pecorino is a hard Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk.  Find out how to use up the mild and creamy cheese in one of these recipes.

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Pecorino is a hard Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk.  Find out how to use up the mild and creamy cheese in one of these recipes.

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Recipes using pecorino

How to use up leftover pecorino

  • Individual frittatas
    Beat 2 eggs with a splash of milk, then add a small handful of wilted spinach (excess moisture squeezed out), half-a-teaspoon smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne pepper, then season. Spoon into 2 ramekins, top with pecorino shavings and bake at 180˚C/160˚C fan/ gas 4 for 15 minutes.
  • Speedy pizza
    Spread a layer of pasta on a pizza base or flatbread and top with parma ham, fresh basil leaves, olives, cooking mozzarella and a good grating of pecorino. Bake in a very hot oven until the base is crisp and the pecorino is golden.
  • For afters
    Serve pecorino at room temperature with membrillo (quince pasta) or chutney. Eat with crispbreads.
  • Nibble with drinks
    Top thin slices of sourdough toast with a generous shaving of pecorino, scatter with fresh thyme leaves and chopped hazelnuts, drizzle with honey, then grill until golden and bubbling. Serve in bite-size pieces.
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What to do with leftover pecorino