The production It takes about 550 litres of milk to produce each wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano. The milk slowly and naturally coagulates with the addition of rennet and a whey starter, rich in starter cultures, from the previous day's processing.
How is cheese wheel made?
When cheese is made, milk is heated and curdled, with many cheese producers introducing some desired bacteria during the curdling stage. The curds are tightly packed into large molds that have traditionally been wheel-shaped to make them easier to handle.
How much is a wheel of real parmesan cheese?
A wheel of parmesan cheese can cost over $1,000 and has an average weight of 88 pounds, which means it cost over $11 per pound.16 nov 2018