Provolone This semo hard cheese is a mild, sharp buttery, slightly spicy with slight nutty and salty notes. This is a close relative of mozzarella and is a good cooking cheese for baked chicken, melted on a grilled pesto sandwich, pizza and more. Brand: Real Formaggi Milk source: Cow Country of Origin: Italy Texture: Semi-hard Color: Pale yellow with a pale yellow rind Age: minimum 4 months Storage: Store in the refrigerator up to 6 weeks. Can be frozen Substitutes: Gruyere, Fontal, Mozzarella