Don’t Waste Your Rind

The rind is a protective layer that develops on the outside of the cheese wheel as it ages. While it is edible, it can become too hard and tough to chew (think of it as the crust on a loaf bread). Still, Parmigiano Reggiano rinds are packed full of flavor and can be used to enrich sauces, soups, stews and more. The rinds can be kept in the freezer for up to three months. The next time you make marinara, drop in a rind, it will change your life!