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Afuega'l Pitu

SoftCow MilkSpain, AsturiasPDO

Asturian PDO cheese whose name means "fire in the throat." Often coated with paprika.

Aging Time

14 days – 2 months

Style: Soft
Milk: Cow
Origin: Spain · Asturias
Ripening: ≥ 14 days

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Texture

Soft, crumbly to smooth

Flavor

Acidic, spicy when with paprika

Nutrition (per 100g)

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