Stracchino cheese is an Italian cheese known for its unique and recognizable flavor, appreciated for its freshness and pleasant milk aroma. The name "Stracchino" has ancient origins and refers to the tired ("stracche" in Lombard dialect) and happy cows returning to the valley after a long summer grazing in the mountains. Stracchino is a fresh cheese with a delicate and pleasantly tangy taste. Its texture is soft and spreadable, making it extremely versatile in the kitchen. The creative possibilities are endless, and it is particularly enjoyed on pizza and "pinsa," where its soft texture blends perfectly with other ingredients.
Stracchino is beloved worldwide and is one of the flagship products of Arrigoni Battista, a company at the forefront of combining artisanal quality with advanced food technologies. Recognizing that the freshness of Stracchino sometimes posed limitations in terms of shelf life and exportability, Arrigoni Battista embarked on a technological research journey to combine the high-quality characteristics of Stracchino with the convenience of an extended expiration date. Now, thanks to innovative techniques such as Iqf (Individually Quick Frozen) and Hpp (High-Pressure Processing), it is possible to enjoy the convenience of having fresh and genuine Stracchino with a long shelf life.
Hpp, or High-Pressure Processing, is an innovative technique that uses hydrostatic pressure to inactivate microorganisms present in packaged Stracchino cheese. This pressure, which can reach up to 6000 bar, does not require the application of heat. This means that products treated with this technology retain their nutritional values while becoming microbiologically stable for a longer period. Thanks to Hpp, Stracchino cheese can now be safely preserved for an extended period without compromising its quality.
The use of Iqf in the freezing process of Stracchino preserves its nutritional values. This technique, by rapidly freezing individual pieces of cheese, prevents the formation of large ice crystals that could damage the structure and quality of the product. As a result, fresh Stracchino maintains its creamy texture and all the essential nutrients that make it a healthy choice.
Thanks to innovative techniques such as Iqf and Hpp, Arrigoni Battista's Stracchino can be enjoyed with the convenience of an extended expiration date without compromising its freshness, nutritional values, and food safety.
These technological advancements adopted by Arrigoni Battista have opened new opportunities for Stracchino cheese lovers worldwide, allowing them to purchase and use this exquisite dairy product at any time.
