Using Parmesan rinds is possible, find out how!

The modern world reminds us more and more every day of the importance of waste containment, an activity possible with many ingredients that, with a bit of cleverness, can be used entirely, even when we are dealing with potential scraps. Today we're talking about Parmesan rinds, a classic leftover we find in the refrigerator and often end up throwing in the trash. Read on and discover how to use Parmesan Reggiano rinds to make delicious recipes.

The second life of Parmesan rinds

The step from scrap to ingredient is shorter than one might imagine. Before using the rind, remember to clean it: rinse it under running water, dry it well, then remove any external markings with the help of a grater.

At this point, there are many possible, often truly interesting, reuses for Parmesan rinds. Let's discover them together:

1. Flavor enhancer for broths and soups: The most classic and traditional use of Parmesan rinds is in broths, soups, and minestrone, to which they lend a more intense and flavorful taste. If you prepare a meat broth with Parmesan rind, you can even eat it at the end of cooking: softened by the long cooking in broth, you'll discover how delicious it can be!
2. Ingredient for meatballs: Soften the Parmesan rinds by soaking them in milk. At this point, they can be chopped and used to enrich meat meatballs.
3. Ingredient for risottos: If you have Parmesan rinds soaked in broth or water, you can use them instead of grated Parmesan to cream risottos.
4. Grilled, with vegetables: Another way to eat Parmesan rind, besides cooking it in broth, is to grill it, naturally on the harder side, and serve it hot with roasted vegetables.
5. Fried: Frying is always a tasty solution! After cleaning it, dip the rind in beaten egg and flour, then fry it in seed oil. A surprising delight.
6. For Parmesan air, as Massimo Bottura does: One of the world's greatest chefs has dedicated one of his most famous recipes to Parmigiano Reggiano, the "five ages of Parmesan". One of these, consisting of 50-month Parmigiano Reggiano air, is prepared with the rinds.

How to store Parmesan rinds

We've seen how this "scrap" can be a surprising ingredient for your dishes. The only recommendation is to store it carefully, in the refrigerator, wrapped in plastic wrap, or in the freezer.

Try Parmesan San Simone and discover how irresistible the rinds can be!