| Granular cheese | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Country of origin | Multiple |
| Source of milk | Cows |
| Pasteurised | Sometimes |
| Texture | Granular, usually hard |
| Aging time | Minimum: 2 months Usual: 12 months |
Granular cheese, also known as stirred curd cheese and hard cheese, is a type of cheese produced by repeatedly stirring and draining a mixture of curd and whey. It can refer to a wide variety of cheeses, including the grana cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano and various others.